2017 Elizabeth II Piedfort Proof Sovereign
Special one year issue
Price: £1,890.00
Product code: HISE2PPS
- Struck to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the modern Sovereign, paying homage to the rich history and tradition of British coinage
- Special one year Proof issue
- Piedfort version – double the weight at 15.96 grams of 22k gold
- The reverse of features Benedetto Pistrucci's original 1817 St George and dragon design and features the Order of the Garter
- Issued in a limited mintage, enhancing its rarity
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This 2017 piedfort Sovereign has historical significance, a limited mintage and unique design elements, making it an attractive addition to any numismatic collection.
In 1817, the modern Sovereign came into being, featuring Benedetto Pistrucci's iconic design, complete with the Garter. In 2017, we marked the bicentenary of the reintroduction of this historic coin.
The obverse features the fifth definitive coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark, and is further embellished with the inscription ‘DEI • GRA • REG • FID • DEF • 2017 • ELIZABETH II’.
Notably, this was the first Sovereign for more than a century to feature the year on the obverse of the coin.
The reverse features Benedetto Pistrucci's original 1817 design, portraying the legendary St George vanquishing the dragon with the inscription encircled by the Garter.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Sovereign |
| Alloy | 22 Carat Gold |
| Weight | 15.97 g |
| Diameter | 22.05mm |
| Reverse Designer | Benedetto Pistrucci |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Obverse Designer | Jody Clark |
| Quality | Proof |
| Year | 2017 |
| Pure Metal Type | Gold |
