Royal Mint
2014 Brilliant Uncirculated Gold Sovereign – Unfrosted Obverse Die – Boxed with COA
2014 Brilliant Uncirculated Gold Sovereign – Unfrosted Obverse Die – Boxed with COA
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The 2014 Brilliant Uncirculated Gold Sovereign is a highly collectible modern issue from The Royal Mint. Struck in 22 carat gold to the Brilliant Uncirculated standard, it is presented in its original Royal Mint box with certificate of authenticity.
This year’s issue is particularly sought after due to an unfrosted obverse die, meaning the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley was struck without the usual frosted finish. This small but distinct variation sets it apart from standard examples and has become a favourite for collectors of sovereign varieties.
The reverse continues Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic St George and the Dragon, a design used on sovereigns since 1817 and symbolic of British numismatic tradition.
Coin Highlights
• Year: 2014
• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II
• Denomination: Sovereign
• Obverse: Ian Rank-Broadley portrait (unfrosted obverse die)
• Reverse: St George and the Dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci
• Metal: 22 Carat Gold (916.7 fineness)
• Weight: 7.98g
• Diameter: 22.05mm
• Quality: Brilliant Uncirculated
• Presentation: Boxed with official Royal Mint COA
• Condition: FDC (Fleur-De-Coin) / As-Struck
Why Buy This Coin?
• Rare unfrosted obverse die variety – prized by collectors
• Attractive modern sovereign boxed with Royal Mint COA
• Struck in 22 carat gold and CGT-exempt in the UK
• Popular 2014 issue suitable for both investors and collectors
• Strong long-term collectability due to variety status
FAQ
What is the unfrosted obverse die on the 2014 Sovereign?
In 2014, some sovereigns were struck with a die that did not apply the usual frosted finish to the Queen’s portrait. The result is a mirrored obverse design, making these examples stand out as a recognised variety among collectors.
How rare is the 2014 unfrosted obverse die Sovereign?
While exact mintage figures are unknown, only a fraction of the 2014 Sovereigns display this error/variation. This makes them considerably scarcer and more desirable than standard issues.
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About the portrait
Queen Elizabeth II – Ian Rank-Broadley portrait (1998–2015 on sovereigns)
Overview
Ian Rank-Broadley’s fourth portrait features a more mature, realistic effigy with a revised bust and a bolder portrait scale.
Years of use
• UK coinage. 1998 onward until superseded in 2015 on circulating coinage.
• Sovereigns. 1998 to 2015.
Designer initials
• IRB behind the neck on the truncation.
Relevance to sovereign collectors
• Covers many sought-after modern special reverses and sets.
• Key sovereign highlights include the shield reverse of 2002 and the 2012 Diamond Jubilee reverse.
Notable notes
• The 2014 Unfrosted Obverse Die proof sovereign variety is a recognised mint preparation error where the obverse frosting was omitted, leaving a mirror-polished obverse against mirrored fields.
• Consistent proof quality from the Royal Mint; cameo depth varies by strike and storage.
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