Struck in 1987 during the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, this gold proof Sovereign set continues a tradition that stretches back over five centuries. Bringing together the Sovereign, Half‑Sovereign and Double Sovereign, it presents the classic designs of Britain’s most famous gold coinage in a carefully coordinated collection, all dated 1987. Each coin is struck in 22‑carat gold to the finest proof standard, with frosted detail standing out clearly against mirror‑like fields.

The obverse of each coin features Raphael Maklouf’s third definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, introduced in 1985. His sculpted, diademed likeness offers a graceful and dignified image of the monarch, capturing the character of the mid‑1980s coinage. On the reverse, Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic depiction of Saint George slaying the dragon appears across all three denominations, allowing the artistry of this historic design to be appreciated in varying scales from the compact Half‑Sovereign to the impressive Double Sovereign.

Each coin has been individually struck using specially prepared dies and carefully polished blanks to achieve a flawless proof finish. This refined process reveals the full depth of Pistrucci’s composition, from the dynamic movement of the horse and figure to the fine detailing of the dragon below. The shared 1987 date gives the set a pleasing sense of unity and marks it as a complete record of that year’s gold proof Sovereign issues.

Presented together in an official Royal Mint display case, the coins are arranged to highlight their relative sizes while keeping the designs perfectly aligned for comparison. An accompanying certificate of authenticity confirms the specifications and official status of the set. For the collector of modern British gold, the 1987 Elizabeth II Gold Proof Sovereign Set offers an elegant and historically significant way to celebrate The Sovereign’s enduring artistry under the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.