PR69 DCAM | UNITED KINGDOM. Elizabeth II, 1952-2022.
Gold Sovereign, 1958. Royal Mint. Proof.
The Gillick portrait series of Elizabeth II has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity in recent years, with proof examples being particularly illusive. For the discerning collector, this coin represents a rare opportunity to secure the pinnacle of the Gillick series - a true centrepiece in any advanced sovereign collection. Graded PF69, this coin is the single finest not just of the Gillick series, but of all pre-decimal sovereign coinage.
First, laureate head of Elizabeth II facing right; ELIZABETH · II · DEI · GRATIA · REGINA · F : D : +. Design by Mary Gillick. / St. George on horseback rearing right, dragon below, date and B.P. in exergue. Design by Benedetto Pistrucci. Edge milled.
In secure plastic holder, graded PCGS PR69 DCAM, certification number 44636844.

PCGS population in this grade: 1, single finest graded.
Reference: S-4125; KM-908; F-271; Marsh-298B; WR-450
Rarity: R4 in Marsh, 11-20 examples estimated to have survived.
Diameter: 22.05 mm.
Thickness: 1.52 mm.
Weight: 7.9881 g. (AGW=0.2355 oz.)
Composition: 917/1000 Gold.

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