Royal Mint
2025 Royal Arms Gold Five Sovereign MS70 Matte | 200th Anniversary
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About this coin
A Flagship Bicentenary Release: The 2025 Royal Arms Five Sovereign
The 2025 Royal Arms Gold Five Sovereign (Quintuple Sovereign) is the largest and most prestigious denomination in the 200th-anniversary collection. This £5 piece serves as the perfect canvas for Jean Baptiste Merlen’s remastered 1825 Royal Arms design, allowing the intricate heraldic details to be appreciated on a grand scale.
Flawless NGC MS70 Matte Condition
This specimen has been awarded the ultimate grade of MS70 Matte by NGC. Unlike traditional proof coins with mirrored fields, the Matte finish provides a sophisticated, satin-like surface that enhances the crispness of the strike and the fine detail of the Royal Arms. In perfect "70" condition, this coin is entirely free of imperfections even under professional magnification, making it a top-tier choice for serious numismatists.
Historical Significance & Design
- 200th Anniversary: This issue celebrates two centuries since the Royal Arms design first graced the Sovereign in 1825. It features the Hanoverian Arms at the centre—a motif used only until 1837.
- The "Rose Gold" Farewell: 2025 marks the final year that The Royal Mint will strike the Sovereign series in its modern rose-tinted gold alloy. From 2026, production returns to traditional yellow gold, making this £5 piece a historic "end-of-era" commemorative.
- Substantial Gold Content: Containing nearly 1.18 troy ounces of fine gold (36.61g), the Five Sovereign combines impressive physical weight with significant numismatic rarity.
Technical Specifications
| Year of Issue | 2025 |
| Denomination | Five Sovereign (£5 / Quintuple) |
| Grade | NGC MS70 Matte |
| Reverse Designer | Jean Baptiste Merlen (Remastered) |
| Gold Content | 39.94g (Total weight) / 22ct Gold |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is the Five Sovereign called a "Quintuple Sovereign"?
A: It contains exactly five times the gold content of a standard full sovereign. Because of its size and higher production costs, it is often struck in much smaller numbers, making it the "flagship" of any year's release.
Q: Is the 2025 Five Sovereign exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT)?
A: Yes. As official UK legal tender with a face value of £5, it is 100% exempt from CGT for UK residents, regardless of how much the gold price or numismatic premium increases.
Q: What is the difference between Matte and Proof finishes?
A: A Proof finish has a mirror-like background, while a Matte finish is intentionally non-reflective and satin-like. Matte sovereigns often have a much lower "population" in top grades, making them highly desirable for collectors seeking something unique.
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Delivery & returns
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.
If an item is returned for reasons other than being not as described, return postage will be the responsibility of the buyer.
Important Notes
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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.
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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1987 Quarter-Ounce Gold Proof Britannia | First Year of Issue | NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
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1989 Elizabeth II 500th Anniversary Gold Proof Sovereign NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
£2,380
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1992 Elizabeth II Gold Proof Double Sovereign NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
£2,190
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1992 Gold Proof Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo
£1,260
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1995 Gold Proof Half Sovereign PF70 Ultra Cameo
£690
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1995 Tenth-Ounce Gold Proof Britannia | NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo (Only 14 Graded)
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