The Sovereign of Perfection: 1982 Great Britain 5-Pound Gold Proof Coin

Presenting a flawless masterpiece of British numismatics—the 1982 Gold 5-Pound Proof Coin. This specimen features the iconic "Young Head" portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the legendary "St. George and the Dragon" design. Certified by PCGS at the absolute highest grade of PR70 Deep Cameo, this coin represents the ultimate intersection of beauty, tradition, and investment-grade rarity.

■ Coin Details

• Year of Issue: 1982

• Issuing Country: Great Britain (Royal Mint)

• Mintage: 2,500 pieces (The lowest in the four-year series)

• Material: Gold (22ct)

• Weight: Approx. 39.94 g

• Diameter: Approx. 36 mm

• Obverse: The "Young Head" portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.

• Reverse: St. George and the Dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci.

• Certification: PCGS PR70 Deep Cameo (Perfect Grade)

■ Key Highlights

1. The Beloved "Young Head" Portrait The obverse features the "Young Elizabeth" (Young Head) portrait, depicting the Queen as she appeared at the start of her historic reign. While she is remembered as the longest-reigning monarch in history, her coronation at age 27 captivated the world with her radiant elegance. As the most frequently depicted individual on coins and banknotes in human history, Elizabeth II’s global influence is unparalleled, and the "Young Head" remains the most sought-after of all her portraits.

2. The Tradition of the Sovereign The reverse showcases the timeless "St. George and the Dragon" design, a staple of British Sovereign gold coins since 1817. The term "Sovereign" itself is derived from the depiction of the reigning monarch on the obverse. This 5-Pound piece represents the prestigious large-format version of this enduring tradition, struck in brilliant proof quality.

3. Exceptional Rarity and Flawless Grade This specific type was issued for only four years (1980, 1981, 1982, and 1984). Among these, the 1982 issue holds the lowest mintage with only 2,500 coins struck, making it the "key date" of the series. Furthermore, this specimen is graded PR70 Deep Cameo, the highest possible evaluation. A perfect grade for the rarest year in the series makes this coin a crown jewel for any serious portfolio.

Investment & Collection Verdict

Finding a 40-year-old gold coin in flawless PR70 condition is an incredible rarity. This coin satisfies every requirement for a premier investment: a globally recognized design, a historic monarch, the lowest mintage of its type, and a perfect grade certification.

As a symbol of British heritage and a secure store of wealth, this 1982 Gold 5-Pound coin is a definitive acquisition. We invite you to add this flawless "Sovereign of Perfection" to your collection while this rare opportunity exists.