1852 Type II Adelaide Pound PCGS AU58
Historically important, the 1852 Adelaide Pound will always have a place in every coin collection as Australia’s first gold coin. It is also unique as the only coin issued in South Australia. The example photographed above is the last of a small hoard we acquired last year, and one of the nicest examples from that batch. It has attractive dusty lustre and great eye appeal that is marred only by a typically weak strike. Otherwise, it is a well-priced coin for the price-conscious collector. 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).