1903 Sydney Sovereign PCGS MS63
If you’re a silver or copper coin collector, PCGS MS63 might sound like an average grade. But sovereign collectors know that Edward VII sovereigns in PCGS MS63 are really tough. Think of it this way: The highest grade in which some Commonwealth coins can be acquired is MS66 or MS67, depending on the date. The highest-graded currency issue Edward VII sovereign (across the British Empire) is still only graded MS64. I think that speaks volumes about how tough Edward VII sovereigns are to acquire even in so-called “low” grades such as MS63. 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). If you’re a silver or copper coin collector, PCGS MS63 might sound like an average grade. But sovereign collectors know that Edward VII sovereigns in PCGS MS63 are really tough. Think of it this way: The highest grade in which some Commonwealth coins can be acquired is MS66 or MS67, depending on the date. The highest-graded currency issue Edward VII sovereign (across the British Empire) is still only graded MS64. I think that speaks volumes about how tough Edward VII sovereigns are to acquire even in so-called “low” grades such as MS63.