1817 Sovereign PCGS MS63
Whilst all George III sovereigns in Mint State are scarce, the 1817 has been particularly sought-after in recent years. It’s the first modern sovereign, an ideal type coin, and somewhat harder to find than the 1820. The present coin was sourced out of Athens, Greece, and looks every part MS63. The fields are minimally marked, the strike is bold, and the lustre is full; old auburn and russet tone fills the devices and legends, attesting to the coin’s originality. If you’re a sovereign collector seeking a representation of the United Kingdom’s first modern sovereign, this is an ideal coin. 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).