1893 Five Pound PCGS MS63
Proof five pound pieces have been immensely popular these last couple of years, and as prices of these rarities have moved higher, Mint State examples have become relatively better value. The example here is from a European source, and is fresh, lustrous, and free from major detracting marks or other faults. If you’ve been chasing a better-grade 1893 five pound piece, but don’t want to pay halfway to $100,000 for a [high-grade proof](https://www.drakesterling.com/1893-proof-five-pound "1893 proof five pound"), this is your 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).