Whilst the bullion 2016 sovereign features the fifth portrait effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, the proof version features a special portrait to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday by James Butler. It is the same portrait design as used on the 2015 Longest Reigning Monarch £5 coins.

This British coin is struck in 22 carat gold and comes with a wooden presentation box and certificate of authenticity

Mintage of presention 7,495, total mintage including sets 9,675. Data taken from '2016 Dated UK Commemorative Coin Sales' on the Royal mints website and Coins of England Decimal Issue by Spink.

Obverse

The obverse portrait of Elizabeth II was designed by James Butler and is only featured on the proof version of the 2016 sovereign. The engraver's initials JB are below the Queen's hair by the nape. The coin bears the legend ELIZABETH II·DEI·GRA·REGINA·FID·DEF

Reverse

The reverse features the famous St George and the Dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci. The date and the engraver's initials BP are in exergue.

Specification

Diameter	22.05mm
Weight	7.9881g
Alloy	22 carat gold
Fineness	0.916
Actual Gold Weight	0.2354 Troy oz
Obverse Designer	James Butler
Reverse Designer	Benedetto Pistrucci
Mint	The Royal Mint
Mintage of presentation	7,495
Finish	Proof

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Bullion coins are provided as is and on occasion may have some minor scratches or edge knocks. These are not regarded as faulty or damaged goods as their precious metal content and value as a bullion coin is not affected. Any coin sold for a value less than a 180% intrinsic is considered a bullion coin.

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If your product is not a graded coin and is considered a bullion item, it should be noted that these are bought and sold on low premiums over their precious metal content and not solely for aesthetic purposes; therefore, some products may have edge knocks and/or marks. These edge knocks and marks do not alter the specifications of the coins.

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2016 Gold Full Sovereign Elizabeth II Proof