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½ Sovereign - Edward VII
| Gold (.9166) | 3.994 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1902-1910 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound (1788-1966) |
| Composition | Gold (.9166) |
| Weight | 3.994 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 52% |
Reverse
St George slaying the Dragon.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M B.P.
1906
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Comment
Mintmarks:M = Melbourne Mint
S = Sydney Mint
P = Perth Mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1902-1910 Australian ½ Sovereign coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Edward VII, who was the son of Queen Victoria and ascended to the throne after her death in 1901. This coin features a portrait of King Edward VII on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the iconic St. Edward's Crown, which is a symbol of the British monarchy. The coin was minted at the Royal Mint in Sydney, Australia, and has a diameter of 19.3 mm and a thickness of 0.8 mm. It is made of 22-karat gold, which is 91.66% gold, and has a weight of 3.994 grams. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the 1902-1910 Australian ½ Sovereign is now a highly sought-after collector's item due to its age, rarity, and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 S | 84000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 S | 231000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 P | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 M | 82000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 S | 308000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 M | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1908 P | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 S | 538000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 M | 186000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 P | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 S | 474000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Sovereign - Edward VII 1902-1910 coin.
