2016 Gold Proof Five Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo – James Butler Obverse
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The 2016 Gold Proof Five Sovereign is a significant and highly sought-after issue in modern sovereign history. Issued to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday, this year’s release features a one-off obverse portrait by renowned sculptor James Butler, making it one of the most distinctive and collectable designs in the sovereign series.
This example has been professionally graded PF70 Ultra Cameo by NGC, the highest possible grade, confirming a flawless strike with strong contrast and pristine surfaces. Only a small fraction of coins achieve this top-tier designation, placing this piece firmly in the realm of elite collector coins.
The reverse bears Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic St George and the Dragon, a design synonymous with the sovereign since the early 19th century. Struck in 22 carat gold and weighing nearly 40 grams, the five sovereign (or quintuple sovereign) is the largest denomination in the modern sovereign series.
With its unique obverse, low mintage and perfect grade, the 2016 £5 sovereign is widely regarded as one of the most desirable Royal Mint releases of the decade.
Coin Specifications:
• Year. 2016
• Monarch. Queen Elizabeth II
• Denomination. Five Sovereign / £5
• Metal. 22 Carat Gold (91.67%)
• Weight. 39.94g
• Diameter. 36.02mm
• Obverse. Queen Elizabeth II by James Butler
• Reverse. St George and the Dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci
• Finish. Proof
• Grade. PF70 Ultra Cameo – NGC Certified
• Edge. Milled
• Presentation. NGC holder with certification number
Key Features:
• One-year-only obverse design by James Butler
• Graded PF70 Ultra Cameo by NGC – flawless condition
• Struck in 22ct gold to proof standard
• Features the iconic St George and the Dragon reverse
• One of the rarest and most desirable £5 proof sovereigns of the modern era
• Includes secure, tracked UK delivery
Condition: Graded PF70 Cameo by NGC – flawless under 5x magnification
Presentation: Slabbed and authenticated in a secure NGC holder
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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.