Elizabeth II (1952-2022), Decimal issues, Proof Sovereign, 2016, by J. Clark, edge grained (Hill –; S SC9 [not listed as a Proof]). Brilliant FDC, probably very rare £500-£800

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, British and Colonial Mint Coins from the Collection of the late John Sabberton.

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All but one of the 2016 proof sovereigns previously seen by the cataloguer carry the James Butler portrait, which was discontinued after one year. The present coin came from a Longest Reigning Monarch 5-coin set issued by the Royal Mint, with certificate number 021; a similar set, with certificate 026, was sold by the Royal Mint in their Timed Auction 2, 27 November 2022, lot 91