{"product_id":"1993-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo","title":"1993 Gold Proof Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"676\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"680\"\u003e1993 Gold Proof Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the very finest quality available for this classic modern sovereign issue. Struck in 22 carat gold by \u003cstrong data-end=\"881\" data-start=\"840\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Royal Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 1993 proof sovereign continues the long-running tradition of Britain’s most collected gold coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"985\"\u003eThis example has been graded \u003cstrong data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"1014\"\u003ePF70 Ultra Cameo by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNGC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the highest grade achievable. PF70 confirms a flawless coin under magnification, with crisp frosted devices and deep mirrored fields, placing it firmly at the top of the population for this year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1591\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003eThe reverse features Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic St George and the Dragon design, one of the most recognisable and enduring motifs in British numismatics. The obverse carries the Raphael Maklouf portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, used throughout much of the modern proof sovereign era and highly regarded by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1593\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1612\" data-start=\"1598\"\u003eKEY DETAILS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1985\" data-start=\"1614\"\u003e• Year: 1993\u003cbr data-end=\"1629\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003e• Denomination: One Sovereign\u003cbr data-end=\"1661\" data-start=\"1658\"\u003e• Metal: 22 carat gold\u003cbr data-end=\"1686\" data-start=\"1683\"\u003e• Weight: 7.98 grams (7.32g fine gold)\u003cbr data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003e• Diameter: 22.05mm\u003cbr data-end=\"1749\" data-start=\"1746\"\u003e• Finish: Proof\u003cbr data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1764\"\u003e• Grade: PF70 Ultra Cameo\u003cbr data-end=\"1795\" data-start=\"1792\"\u003e• Grading Authority: NGC\u003cbr data-end=\"1822\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003e• Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II – Maklouf portrait\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003e• Reverse: St George and the Dragon – Pistrucci\u003cbr data-end=\"1923\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003e• Legal Tender: United Kingdom\u003cbr data-end=\"1956\" data-start=\"1953\"\u003e• Capital Gains Tax: Exempt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1990\" data-start=\"1987\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2032\" data-start=\"1992\"\u003eWHY COLLECT THE 1993 PROOF SOVEREIGN?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2375\" data-start=\"2034\"\u003eThe 1993 proof sovereign sits within a highly collected period of modern sovereigns, combining traditional design with consistent proof striking quality. While proof sovereigns were issued annually during this era, examples achieving \u003cstrong data-end=\"2288\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003ePF70 Ultra Cameo\u003c\/strong\u003e remain scarce, as even minor imperfections prevent coins from reaching this top grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003eCollectors increasingly focus on quality rather than quantity, and top-graded examples such as this are favoured for long-term collections, registry sets and resale within the graded coin market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2577\" data-start=\"2574\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2611\" data-start=\"2579\"\u003eINVESTMENT \u0026amp; COLLECTOR APPEAL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2834\" data-start=\"2613\"\u003e• Struck in solid 22ct gold\u003cbr data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2640\"\u003e• Fully CGT exempt for UK residents\u003cbr data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2678\"\u003e• Top population PF70 Ultra Cameo grade\u003cbr data-end=\"2723\" data-start=\"2720\"\u003e• Strong demand for Maklouf-era proof sovereigns\u003cbr data-end=\"2774\" data-start=\"2771\"\u003e• Ideal for graded sovereign collections and registry sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2839\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2871\" data-start=\"2841\"\u003ePRESENTATION \u0026amp; AUTHENTICITY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3134\" data-start=\"2873\"\u003eThe coin is supplied encapsulated in its original NGC holder, offering long-term protection, tamper resistance and independently verified authenticity. The holder clearly displays the grade and attribution, ensuring confidence for both collectors and investors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Graded PF70 Ultra Cameo by NGC – flawless under 5x magnification\u003cbr data-end=\"3068\" data-start=\"3065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3084\" data-start=\"3068\"\u003ePresentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Slabbed and authenticated in a secure NGC holder\u003cbr data-end=\"3137\" data-start=\"3134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3137\"\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e: Browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sovaracoins.com\/collections\/buy-graded-sovereigns\"\u003egraded gold sovereigns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ngccoin.uk\/certlookup\/8220484-007\/70\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1993 G.BRITAIN 1SOV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3217\" data-start=\"3187\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3429\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3255\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003eWhat does PF70 Ultra Cameo mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3258\" data-start=\"3255\"\u003ePF70 Ultra Cameo is the highest proof grade possible, confirming the coin is flawless under magnification with strong contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3617\" data-start=\"3431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3481\" data-start=\"3431\"\u003eIs the 1993 Gold Proof Sovereign rare in PF70?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3484\" data-start=\"3481\"\u003eYes. While proof sovereigns were issued annually, PF70 Ultra Cameo examples are significantly scarcer than lower-graded or raw coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3759\" data-start=\"3619\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3661\" data-start=\"3619\"\u003eIs this coin Capital Gains Tax exempt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3664\" data-start=\"3661\"\u003eYes. As a UK legal tender gold sovereign, it is exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3886\" data-start=\"3761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3786\" data-start=\"3761\"\u003eWho graded this coin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3789\" data-start=\"3786\"\u003eThe coin has been graded by NGC, one of the world’s leading independent coin grading authorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55281109434702,"sku":"1993-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0853\/9370\/3246\/files\/1993-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo.webp?v=1769091266","url":"https:\/\/www.sovaracoins.com\/products\/1993-gold-proof-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo","provider":"Sovara Coins LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}