1984 Gold Sovereign - Elizabeth II Decimal head - Proof No box

1984 Sovereigns were issued only in proof form - 12,880 were issued. This coin features the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin. This proof has been struck using specially selected blanks and highly polished dies. During striking, the coinage dies exert enormous pressure on the coin blank, with at least two separate blows (or strikes), ensuring that the impression has extra clarity. No box or certificate is provided with this.