The Half Sovereign Gold Coin was introduced in 1544, under Henry VIII. Following a major reform of the British coinage, production of the Half Sovereign as well as the Sovereign was interrupted from 1604 to 1817. Its manufacture continued until 1926, and was widely used in Australia until in 1933.
The Half sovereign is exactly half the weight of the sovereign. Representing the same story, we find the same engravings on it.
On the obverse: we can see (depending on the coin) the bare head of Charles III or Queen Elizabeth II depending on the year of issue.
On the reverse: we can find Saint-Georges on horseback, slaying a mythical dragon.
The Half Sovereign is a good investment gold coin, it is an interesting and concrete investment thanks to its accessible price, which allows easier resale.
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Diameter19 mm
Origin United Kingdom
Purity 917‰
Beginning / End of minting1817 - 1926
Weight 3,99g