2017 Elizabeth II Gold Proof Piedfort Sovereign NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo (200th Anniversary)
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A Numismatic First: The 2017 200th Anniversary Gold Proof Piedfort Sovereign.
The 2017 Gold Proof Piedfort Sovereign represents one of the most significant milestones in modern Royal Mint history. Issued to commemorate the exact 200th anniversary of the modern Sovereign introduced in 1817, this release represents the first-ever Piedfort Sovereign struck by the UK. Boasting double the thickness and double the weight of a standard Sovereign, it showcases the special bicentennial reverse layout that accurately revives Benedetto Pistrucci's original 1817 masterpiece, complete with the iconic surrounding Garter border. Having achieved the ultimate, perfect grade of PF70 Ultra Cameo by the NGC, this landmark "Top Pop" survivor combines extreme historical prestige with flawless physical preservation.
Technical Specifications
| Year of Issue | 2017 |
| Denomination | Piedfort Sovereign (Double Thickness) |
| Metal | 22-carat Gold (.916 Fine) |
| Total Weight | 15.98 Grams (Equivalent to a Double Sovereign) |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| NGC Grade | PF70 Ultra Cameo |
| Reverse Design | 1817 Historical Revival with Garter Border (Bicentennial Special) |
Collector’s Value
- The Inaugural Piedfort Issue: As the first-ever coin of its type in the Sovereign series, the 2017 issue holds permanent historical tenure. First-in-series releases traditionally command the strongest long-term numismatic premiums.
- Exclusive Limited Mintage: With a maximum standalone presentation mintage of just 3,500 pieces, supply is remarkably constrained for a key modern anniversary release.
- Tax-Exempt Capital Protection: Retaining its status as official UK legal tender, this investment-grade gold coin is entirely VAT-free and completely exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT).
"An iconic numismatic first, marrying double-thickness presence with the flawless celebration of a 200-year legacy."
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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.