{"product_id":"2024-gold-proof-double-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo","title":"2024 Gold Proof Double Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo | £2 Coin","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Foundations of a New Reign: The 2024 Double Sovereign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gold Proof Double Sovereign\u003c\/strong\u003e (£2 coin) is a significant \"first\" for numismatists. Following the unique commemorative designs of 2022 and 2023, this 2024 release represents the return to tradition. It is the first Double Sovereign of King Charles III’s reign to feature the \u003cstrong\u003edefinitive, uncrowned coinage portrait\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside the iconic St George and the Dragon reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlawless NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo Grade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen has been certified as \u003cstrong\u003ePF70 Ultra Cameo\u003c\/strong\u003e by NGC—the highest grade achievable. A \"70\" grade denotes a perfect coin that shows no post-production flaws even under 5x professional magnification. The \"Ultra Cameo\" designation ensures a breathtaking contrast between the satin-frosted relief and the deep, mirror-polished fields, which is particularly striking on the larger surface area of a Double Sovereign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Collector Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Obverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the first definitive (uncrowned) coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Martin Jennings. This portrait will likely define the King's coinage for decades to come.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marks the return of Benedetto Pistrucci’s legendary 1817 \"St George and the Dragon\" design to the Double Sovereign series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Mintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Sovereigns are struck in significantly smaller quantities than standard sovereigns, making them inherently scarcer and highly sought after by \"Type\" collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDenomination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eDouble Sovereign (£2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eNGC PF70 Ultra Cameo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e14.64g (AGW) \/ 15.98g (Total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e22-carat Gold (.917 fineness)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the 2024 Double Sovereign Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exempt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. As official UK legal tender with a face value of £2, this gold coin is 100% exempt from CGT for UK residents, regardless of the profit made upon resale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why buy a Double Sovereign instead of a Full Sovereign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Double Sovereign is preferred by many collectors because its larger 28.40mm diameter allows for far more detail to be seen in the engraving. Furthermore, their lower mintage numbers often lead to higher numismatic premiums over time compared to the more common full sovereign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this coin come in a protective holder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, this coin is professionally sealed in a tamper-proof NGC protective slab. This not only preserves its perfect PF70 grade but also provides a permanent record of its authenticity and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2203\" data-start=\"1939\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: View our full range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"buy NGC graded sovereigns in the UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sovaracoins.com\/collections\/buy-graded-sovereigns\"\u003egraded sovereigns and gold coins\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ngccoin.uk\/certlookup\/8466617-012\/70\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2024 G.Britain 2SOV\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55265022771534,"sku":"2024-gold-proof-double-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo","price":2090.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0853\/9370\/3246\/files\/2024-gold-proof-double-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo.webp?v=1768492468","url":"https:\/\/www.sovaracoins.com\/products\/2024-gold-proof-double-sovereign-pf70-ultra-cameo","provider":"Sovara Coins LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}