1997 Gold Proof Five Pound Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo
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The 1997 Gold Proof 5 Sovereign coin – also known as the £5 gold coin, quintuple sovereign or five pound sovereign – is one of the most sought-after modern large-format gold coins struck by the Royal Mint. It marks the final year of Queen Elizabeth II’s third (Raphael Maklouf) portrait before the transition to the Ian Rank-Broadley design in 1998, giving it a special place in sovereign history.
Struck in 22 carat gold to the highest proof standard, this impressive 39.94g coin has been graded PF70 Ultra Cameo by NGC, confirming it is flawless under magnification. The obverse features Raphael Maklouf’s elegant portrait of Her Majesty, while the reverse showcases Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic depiction of St George slaying the dragon.
With its perfect grade, large size, and historic significance, the 1997 proof 5 sovereign is an essential addition for serious collectors and a standout choice for those seeking CGT-exempt UK gold coins.
Coin Highlights
• Year: 1997
• Denomination: 5 Sovereign / £5 Gold Coin / Quintuple Sovereign / Five Pound Sovereign
• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II
• Grade: NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
• Metal: 22 Carat Gold (916.7 fineness)
• Weight: 39.94g
• Diameter: 36.02mm
• Obverse: Raphael Maklouf portrait
• Reverse: St George and the Dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci
• Finish: Proof
• Mintage: Limited edition release
Condition
Graded PF70 Ultra Cameo – flawless with exceptional mirror-like fields and deep cameo contrast.
Why Buy This Coin?
• Final 5 sovereign proof of the Maklouf portrait era
• Recognised as a £5 gold coin, quintuple sovereign, and five pound sovereign – covering all major collector search terms
• Perfect PF70 Ultra Cameo grade from NGC
• Classic Royal Mint artistry in large-format proof gold
• CGT-exempt for UK investors
• Rare in top grade and highly sought after
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For non-bullion items (such as proof coins, graded coins or accessories), we’re happy to accept returns within 14 days of receipt if you feel your coin is not as described and provided the item is returned in its original condition, please contact us and we’ll be glad to help.
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Yes. Every NGC-certified coin has a unique certification number visible on the slab label. You can verify the grade, coin details and population data at NGCcoin.uk using the cert number shown.
The NGC census records how many examples of each coin have been graded at each level. A Top Pop coin means no other example has achieved a higher grade — making it the finest certified specimen in existence for that issue.
Yes. If you have existing graded sovereigns you'd like to trade towards a purchase, contact us for a bespoke cost-to-change valuation.