1830 Proof Sovereign PCGS PR63DCAM
A premium example of this early pattern sovereign. Cameo fields with a beautifully-frosted effigy, this was the first of the “Sailor King’s” proof sovereign struck during his reign, as well as one of the rarest. Although it is almost identical to commercially-struck proof sovereigns of 1831, the 1830 is sometimes described as a pattern as it was struck before the King’s coronation in 1831. In any case, whether it’s a pattern or a presentation piece, the 1830 is a key to the proof sovereign series and one of the rarest proof sovereigns to acquire in any grade. PCGS has graded only five examples, the best attaining PCGS PR65DC (9/19), while the Wilson and Rasmussen book suggests that fewer than ten pieces are known. 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).