The 2019 Gold Proof Piedfort Sovereign showcases tremendous craftsmanship from The Royal Mint and can be described as a superior collector's piece that may appreciate in the years to come.

Piedfort sovereigns remain a popular choice for collectors as they are double the thickness of full sovereigns and contain twice the amount of gold, while maintaining the same diameter.

Fineness: 0.9167 / 22 carat gold
Finish: Proof
Gold Content: 0.4708 troy ounces of gold
Tax Benefits: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
Mintage: 1,795 coins
Presentation: Royal Mint wooden display box with numbered certificate of authenticity.
Weight: 15.96g
Diameter: 22.05mm

Explore our gold proof sovereign collection, featuring various years and designs issued by The Royal Mint and other mints and refiners on their behalf.

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Why Should You Invest in Sovereigns?

Sovereigns are an ideal entry point into precious metals due to their lower gold content compared to other popular world coins, making them more affordable. Additionally, the smaller size of sovereigns enhances their liquidity, allowing for easier resale compared to larger coins.

When Was Piedfort Coins Issued in the UK?

It wasn't until the early 1980s that The Royal Mint crafted and made available to the public a Piedfort version of a UK coin. Piedfort coins are usually struck to commemorate UK events or to celebrate new designs by esteemed Royal Mint artists.

Modern Piedfort Sovereign History

The first modern piedfort Sovereign was issued in 2017 to mark the 200th anniversary of the modern Sovereign. The mint has issued the piedfort coin annually since then.

How Rare is the 2019 Gold Proof Piedfort Sovereign Coin?

The 2019 gold proof piedfort sovereign coin has one of the lowest mintages in the gold sovereign piedfort series at just 1,795. Most of these coins are now owned by collectors and difficult to obtain than other years of production.

Year	Mintage
2017	3,750
2018	2,750
2019	1,795

Obverse

The obverse features the fifth definitive UK coin portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, his initials JC are displayed below the truncation.

Reverse

The reverse design is Benedetto Pistrucci's St George and the Dragon. This iconic design has appeared on Sovereigns since 1817.

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£1,579.23
Product ID	9235
Stock Status	In Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Diameter	22.05mm
Weight/Size	Piedfort
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	0.4708
Fineness/Carat	0.917 / 22
Retail Price	1465.00
Date	2019
Obverse Designer	Jody Clark
Reverse Designer	Benedetto Pistrucci
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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