Royal Mint
2019 Elizabeth II Gold Proof Sovereign NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
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About this coin
Flawless in the Final Years: The 2019 Royal Mint Gold Proof Sovereign in NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
The gold proof sovereign is The Royal Mint's definitive annual collector issue — struck in 7.98 grams of 22-carat gold to the highest proof standard, carrying Benedetto Pistrucci's St George and the Dragon reverse and the fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark. The 2019 proof sovereign was issued with a mintage of 11,641 — and while that figure may appear substantial at first, the journey from that total to a certified PF70 Ultra Cameo example is the story of how few sovereigns in any given year truly survive handling, storage, and submission with every surface intact.
This example has been certified NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo — the highest grade numerically achievable — under NGC certification number 8220470-003. At PF70, every surface is considered absolutely perfect under expert examination at 5x magnification. No contact marks, no handling imperfections, no striking weakness. The Ultra Cameo designation confirms outstanding frosted relief against deeply mirrored fields. Verify this coin's grade on NGCcoin.uk →
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Technical Specifications
| Year of Issue | 2019 |
| Issuing Mint | The Royal Mint, United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Full Sovereign — UK Legal Tender |
| Metal & Purity | 22-Carat Gold (.9167 Fine — 91.67% Pure) |
| Total Weight | 7.98 Grams (0.2354 Troy Oz — actual gold content: 7.32g) |
| Diameter | 22.05 mm |
| Total Mintage | 11,641 |
| Obverse Designer | Jody Clark (Fifth Portrait, Elizabeth II — 2015 to 2022) |
| Reverse Designer | Benedetto Pistrucci — St George and the Dragon (since 1817) |
| NGC Grade | PF70 Ultra Cameo — Numerically Perfect |
| NGC Cert. Number | 8220470-003 — Verify Online ↗ |
Why This Coin
- PF70 Is Rarer Than the Mintage Suggests: Of the 11,641 proof sovereigns struck in 2019, the vast majority were purchased ungraded, handled, stored in boxes, and never submitted to NGC. Of those submitted, only a fraction reached the summit PF70 grade. A single contact mark, a trace of milk spotting, or a minor handling imperfection during any stage between striking and submission is enough to drop a coin below PF70. The certified PF70 population for any given sovereign year is a small fraction of its total mintage — and shrinks further over time as raw examples circulate or deteriorate.
- A Key Date in the Final Elizabeth II Era: The 2019 proof sovereign carries Jody Clark's fifth and final definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II — introduced in 2015 and used until her passing in September 2022. With Elizabeth II sovereigns now a closed series, collector interest in complete date runs has intensified. The 2019 date sits near the end of that run, making it an increasingly sought-after piece for collectors building a comprehensive modern proof sovereign set.
- Two Centuries of Design Continuity: The reverse of this coin carries the same St George and the Dragon composition by Benedetto Pistrucci that appeared on the first modern sovereign in 1817. Over 200 years of unbroken tradition — and on a PF70 example, struck with hand-finished dies and mirror-polished blanks, the detail and depth of that design is at its absolute finest.
- The Benchmark Sovereign Format: The full sovereign — 7.98g, 22.05mm — is the standard denomination and the most widely collected format in the series. It is the coin most buyers mean when they say "a sovereign". In PF70 Ultra Cameo, it is the most liquid, most recognisable, and most universally understood format for proof sovereign collectors worldwide.
- CGT & VAT Exempt — Fully Tax-Free for UK Investors: As official UK legal tender, the gold proof sovereign is completely exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and VAT under current UK law. Any appreciation in value is entirely tax-free for UK holders — regardless of how significantly the numismatic premium grows over time.
💷 UK Tax Status
This coin is CGT exempt and VAT free for UK residents. As British legal tender, any gain on sale is not subject to Capital Gains Tax — making it one of the most tax-efficient ways to hold certified collectible gold in the United Kingdom.
"The gold proof sovereign at its most pure — two centuries of the world's most trusted coin, in flawless certified condition."
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Delivery Information
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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.
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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.
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The Seventy Select
Graded 70.Nothing less.
Every coin here is graded PF70 Ultra Cameo or MS70, the highest grade NGC and PCGS award.
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