1887 Melbourne Shield Reverse Sovereign - PCGS MS63

Australia, 1887 Melbourne Shield Reverse Sovereign -

Every collector is told to “buy quality coins”, which is good advice. But if you can afford to buy a quality coin that is also rare, your coin becomes an heirloom. That’s the word I thought of when I saw this 1887 Melbourne shield sovereign for the first time, photographed above. With a deep strike set against undulant, proof-like fields, it is the best example of this date I’ve handled since 2007, and one of the nicest shield back sovereigns I’ve had the pleasure of offering generally. Most importantly, it is the finest example of this date assessed by PCGS (8/19). If you’re seeking to build a premium shield sovereign set, or are looking for a centrepiece for your type set, this is your coin.