Royal Mint
2018 Gold Proof Half Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo Sapphire Anniversary Privy
2018 Gold Proof Half Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo Sapphire Anniversary Privy
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The 2018 Gold Proof Half Sovereign was issued to mark the Sapphire Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II, celebrating 65 years on the throne. This special commemorative release features a distinctive Sapphire Anniversary privy mark, adding an extra layer of collectability to an already popular modern sovereign issue.
Struck in 22 carat gold to proof standard, this example has been professionally graded by NGC and awarded PF70UCAM, confirming a flawless coin with no imperfections visible under magnification. PF70 represents the highest possible grade and is increasingly difficult to achieve on modern proof sovereigns.
Half sovereigns are highly sought after for their balance of affordability, gold content and collectability. When combined with a perfect PF70 grade and an anniversary privy mark, examples such as this become particularly desirable within the graded sovereign market.
A superb addition to any collection focused on modern proof sovereigns, commemorative issues or condition rarity.
Key Coin Details
Year. 2018
Denomination. Half Sovereign
Metal. 22 Carat Gold
Finish. Proof
Grade. PF70 Ultra Cameo
Grading Service. NGC
Privy Mark. Sapphire Anniversary
Portrait. Queen Elizabeth II
Legal Tender. United Kingdom
CGT Status. CGT Free in the UK
Condition: Graded PF70 Ultra Cameo by NGC – flawless under 5x magnification
Presentation: Slabbed and authenticated in a secure NGC holder
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About the portrait
Queen Elizabeth II – Jody Clark portrait (2015–2022 on sovereigns)
Overview
Jody Clark’s fifth portrait shows the Queen wearing the George IV State Diadem, with refined hair detail and a balanced truncation.
Years of use
• UK coinage. Introduced in 2015.
• Sovereigns. 2015 to most of 2022 issues.
Designer initials
• JC on the truncation.
Relevance to sovereign collectors
• Introduces the first UK coinage portrait created entirely digitally.
• Popular years include 2017 (200th anniversary sovereign) and 2022 Platinum Jubilee designs.
Notable notes
• Late 2022 Memorial sovereigns do not carry Jody Clark’s obverse; they debut the Martin Jennings portrait of King Charles III with a memorial reverse by Jody Clark.
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