1826 Gold Half Sovereign NGC PF67 UCAM

The 1826 Great Britain Gold Half Sovereign, struck during the reign of King George IV, is a masterfully executed proof issue from one of the most artistically refined periods of British coinage. Produced as part of the highly sought-after 1826 proof set, this coin was struck using specially prepared dies and highly polished planchets, resulting in a superb Ultra Cameo finish. The "Extra Tuft" portrait variation distinguishes this type, referencing the added curl of hair on the back of the king's neck, and is a known subtype highly prized by collectors.

Obverse: Features the bareheaded bust of King George IV facing left, engraved by William Wyon, with the inscription GEORGIUS IV DEI GRATIA and the date 1826 positioned below.

Reverse: Depicts the ornate and crowned shield of royal arms within a decorative mantle, surmounted by a large crown. The legend reads BRITANNIARUM REX FID: DEF:.

Graded NGC PF67 Ultra Cameo, this coin is among the finest preserved of all 1826 proof half sovereigns known to the market. The fields are mirror-like with strong frost on the devices, producing a bold contrast that elevates the overall visual impact. Strike sharpness and surface preservation are virtually flawless, and the coin sits at the pinnacle of 19th-century British numismatic artistry.