Royal Mint
2017 Pistrucci Sovereign 200th Anniversary | Gold Proof NGC PF69 Ultra Cameo
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- CGT and VAT exempt for UK residents
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About this coin
This is the 2017 Pistrucci Sovereign, the gold proof sovereign The Royal Mint struck to mark 200 years of the modern sovereign (1817–2017). Graded NGC PF69 Ultra Cameo, it carries the same one-year-only design as a PF70 example for a noticeably lower outlay. It's the sensible way to own the most important modern proof sovereign without paying the top-grade premium.
Pistrucci's 1817 Design, Restored
Benedetto Pistrucci's St George and the Dragon first appeared on the sovereign in 1817. For the bicentenary The Royal Mint went back to his original layout: St George framed by the buckled Garter strap bearing the motto Honi soit qui mal y pense. The Garter surround had not been seen on a sovereign since the early 1820s and has not been repeated since 2017.
To keep the reverse true to the original the date moved to the obverse alongside Jody Clark's fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. No other modern proof sovereign is laid out this way so a 2017 is recognisable at a glance.
PF69 or PF70: What's the Difference?
NGC grades proof coins on a 70-point scale. A PF69 is a virtually flawless proof: any imperfection is tiny and normally only visible under magnification. A PF70 shows nothing at 5x magnification. To the naked eye the two are extremely hard to tell apart.
Both grades carry the Ultra Cameo designation, which confirms deep mirrored fields against fully frosted devices. That contrast is what makes the Garter strap and St George stand out so strongly on this issue.
The difference is mainly in price. PF70 examples carry a premium driven by registry set collectors chasing the single highest grade. If you want the design, the proof quality and the security of an NGC holder, PF69 gives you all three for less. If only the top grade will do, our 2017 Gold Proof Sovereign in NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo is also in stock.
Coin Highlights
- 200th anniversary issue marking two centuries of the modern sovereign
- Pistrucci's St George within the Order of the Garter surround, a one-year-only reverse for the modern proof series
- Date on the obverse, unique among modern proof sovereigns
- Jody Clark's fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
- Struck to proof finish in 22 carat gold by The Royal Mint
- Graded NGC PF69 Ultra Cameo in a sealed, tamper-evident holder
Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Year | 2017 |
| Coin | Full Sovereign |
| Edition | 200th Anniversary of the Modern Sovereign |
| Reverse Design | Benedetto Pistrucci, St George with Order of the Garter surround |
| Obverse Design | Jody Clark, fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II |
| Obverse Feature | Date on obverse, unique to this issue |
| Grading Service | NGC |
| Grade | PF69 Ultra Cameo |
| Metal | 22 Carat Gold (916.7‰) |
| Weight | 7.98g |
| Diameter | 22.05mm |
| Finish | Proof |
| Issued By | The Royal Mint |
| Tax Status | VAT-Free & CGT Exempt |
NGC Cert: 8467906-005 – Verify this coin on NGC →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a PF69 sovereign a good buy compared with PF70?
For most collectors yes. A PF69 Ultra Cameo is a near-perfect proof with the same design and eye appeal as a PF70 but without the premium that comes with the highest grade. PF70 mainly matters if you're building an NGC registry set.
Why is it called the Pistrucci Sovereign?
Benedetto Pistrucci engraved the original St George and the Dragon for the 1817 sovereign. NGC labels the 2017 bicentenary issue as the Pistrucci Sovereign 200th Anniversary because it restores his original design with the Garter surround.
Is the 2017 sovereign CGT exempt?
Yes. Sovereigns are UK legal tender so gains are free of Capital Gains Tax for UK residents and as investment gold they carry no VAT.
Compare grades and years across our graded gold proof sovereigns to find the right coin for your collection.
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Delivery & returns
Delivery Information
We offer free insured delivery across the UK on all orders. Every coin is carefully inspected, securely packaged, and sent using Royal Mail Special Delivery - a fully tracked, next-day service that requires a signature on receipt.
All parcels are shipped discreetly and fully insured for peace of mind.
We currently do not ship internationally. Orders can only be delivered to the UK address provided at checkout, and we’re unable to send to PO Box addresses.
We aim to dispatch all orders within one business day of receiving cleared payment. Once your order has been dispatched, you’ll receive tracking details so you can monitor its progress.
Returns Policy
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.
If an item is returned for reasons other than being not as described, return postage will be the responsibility of the buyer.
Important Notes
- All returns must be pre-authorised by our customer service team.
- Please use a tracked and insured service when sending items back to us, as we cannot accept liability for goods lost or damaged in transit.
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Can I verify the coin's grade?
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.
What is the population or top pop figure?
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.
Do you offer part exchange?
Yes. We accept all proof coins and graded coins in part exchange, including NGC and PCGS certified coins, boxed gold and silver proofs, and proof sets.
Tell us what you'd like to trade and which coin you have your eye on, and we'll give you a bespoke cost-to-change valuation.
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