2023 Great Britain £100 Gold Proof 1 oz King Charles II NGC PF70UC FR Ultra Cameo

2023 Great Britain £100 Gold Proof 1 oz King Charles II NGC PF70UC FR Ultra Cameo

Presenting the exquisite 2023 British Monarchs Series: King Charles II 1 oz gold proof coin, struck by The Royal Mint and encapsulated by NGC with a PF 70 Ultra Cameo “First Release” grade. This modern classic marries 17th-century design with 21st-century minting excellence, and arrives complete with its original Certificate of Authenticity from The Royal Mint.

? Authenticity & Certification

• Struck by: The Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales

• Certificate of Authenticity: Included, official booklet from The Royal Mint

• Grading: NGC PF 70 Ultra Cameo, “First Release” label, Seventh coin struck (serial # 6804414-007)

• Holder: Nitrogen-sealed NGC slab with tamper-evident hologram and QR verification

? Historical Significance

This coin commemorates King Charles II (reigned 1660–1685), whose restoration of the monarchy followed England’s tumultuous Interregnum. The design revives John Roettier’s famed 1672 laureate bust, celebrating the rebirth of British coinage—and is the seventh release in The Royal Mint’s acclaimed British Monarchs gold series.

? Design & Features

• Obverse: Elegant right-facing laureate bust of Charles II, encircled by the Latin legend CAROLVS II DEI GRATIA

• Reverse: Stylized Royal Arms within the Garter, flanked by date and face value—£100—executed in exquisite proof relief

• Finish: Deep mirror fields contrasted with frosted devices, creating an ultra-cameo effect

• Specifications:

  • Composition: .9999 fine gold

  • Weight: 31.103 g (1 oz)

  • Diameter: 32.69 mm

  • Edge: Milled

• Special Label: “Seventh Coin Struck” designation highlights its place in a limited mintage sequence

? Remarkable Denomination & Rarity

With only a limited number of First Release examples graded PF 70UC, this £100 gold proof stands among the most sought-after modern bullion-collectible hybrids—bridging historical portraiture and cutting-edge minting technology.

? Collector’s Value

Perfect for the discerning collector, this coin not only celebrates Charles II’s pivotal return to power but also showcases The Royal Mint’s mastery in proof coinage. Graded PF 70UC by NGC and accompanied by its original COA, it’s poised to appreciate as a cornerstone of any British Monarchs series collection. Seize this opportunity to own a flawless, historically resonant bullion-art piece!