2001 Gold Proof Sovereign | NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
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This 2001 Sovereign carries Ian Rank-Broadley's fourth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, in use on UK coinage between 1998 and 2015. Rank-Broadley deliberately aimed for a more realistic, mature depiction of the Queen than her earlier portraits, wanting to "maximise its impact on smaller coins" by making the effigy as large as the coin's surface would allow. She is shown facing right, wearing Queen Mary's Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, with the artist's initials "IRB" below the truncation.
The reverse carries Benedetto Pistrucci's enduring Saint George and the Dragon, first used on the modern Sovereign in 1817 and still regarded as one of the most recognisable coin designs in the world. The sculptor's "B.P." initials appear to the right of the exergue, with the date below.
Graded NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo — the maximum attainable grade, reflecting a flawless strike with no imperfections under magnification and strong cameo contrast between the frosted devices and mirrored fields. Only 72 examples of this coin have ever been certified at this top grade.
Coin Highlights
- Ian Rank-Broadley's fourth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
- Reverse: Benedetto Pistrucci's classic Saint George and the Dragon
- Struck in 22 carat gold to proof finish by The Royal Mint
- Certified NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo — with only 72 examples graded at this level
- Encapsulated in a tamper-evident NGC holder for authenticity and protection
Specifications
| Year | 2001 |
| Mint | The Royal Mint, Llantrisant |
| Composition | 22 carat gold (91.67% fine) |
| Weight | 7.98 grams |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Edge | Milled |
| Finish | Proof |
| Obverse Designer | Ian Rank-Broadley (fourth portrait) |
| Reverse Designer | Benedetto Pistrucci |
| Proof Mintage | Reported between 8,915 and 10,806 depending on source |
| Grading | NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo |
| Population at Grade | 72 (NGC, correct at time of listing) |
Why This Coin Stands Out
The 2001 Sovereign combines a classic, universally recognised design with genuine grading rarity — only 72 examples have ever achieved a perfect PF70 Ultra Cameo certification, regardless of which mintage figure you use as a baseline. A strong choice for collectors building a Rank-Broadley portrait-era set or seeking a top-graded proof Sovereign at a relatively accessible entry point.
As UK legal tender gold, this coin is exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents and free from VAT under current investment gold rules. Browse our full range of graded gold Sovereigns to find more pieces across every era.
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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.