Classification

Scarcity Rating
Scarce
Between 10,000 and 100,000 are believed to exist. Available but not abundant.
Recognition Status
Recognised Type
Formally collected as a distinct type within dedicated collecting frameworks.

Evidence

Struck Mintage
1,260
Issue Format
Piedfort
Data Confidence
High
Classification Confidence
Verification
Unverified

Design Information

Reverse Design
Merlen Royal Arms (200th Anniversary)
Designer
Jean Baptiste Merlen
One-Year-Only
Yes
Commemorative Context
200th Anniversary of Merlen Royal Arms

Design information is recorded as factual metadata. It does not affect the Scarcity Rating.

Classification Reasoning

The 2025 Full Sovereign (Piedfort) has been classified with Scarcity Rating: Scarce (PE band: Piedfort). Recognition Status: Recognised Type. Verified struck mintage: 1,260. Design: Merlen Royal Arms (200th Anniversary). Data Confidence: High. Policy: Piedfort uses Proof PE thresholds per Phase 5C approval. Classification is condition-independent.

Sources

Source details available in the full classification record.