1870 Sydney Mint Sovereign PCGS MS61
1870 Sydney Mint sovereigns are surprisingly difficult to get in MS61 or better. In the old days, the 1870 Sydney Mint was often compared to the 1866 in terms of availability, but I think the 1870 is genuinely more difficult in Mint State grades than even the 1867. Professional Coin Grading Service is the global leader in coin authentication and grading. With over 60 million coins graded and counting, PCGS is trusted by collectors, dealers, and investors to certify authenticity, protect value, and elevate market confidence. This is a direct conversion of the 70-point PCGS grade to a 10-point scale, intended to present the grade in a more intuitive format for newer collectors. It is not our personal opinion or an attempt at regrading the coin to a different standard. To understand how the 70-point scale converts to a 10-point scale, [click here](https://drakesterling.com/en/page/the-ten-point-coin-grading-scale). 1870 Sydney Mint sovereigns are surprisingly difficult to get in MS61 or better. In the old days, the 1870 Sydney Mint was often compared to the 1866 in terms of availability, but I think the 1870 is genuinely more difficult in Mint State grades than even the 1867.