© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
½ Sovereign - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Garter type
2017 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.99 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign ½ GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#96456 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
St George slaying the dragon right within Garter
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONI·SOIT·QUI·MAL·Y·PENSE·
BP
Translation: Evil unto him that thinks evil of it
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Struck with a special garter design to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the modern sovereign. This half sovereign was issued in a 5-coin set (749 sales, issue limit 750), in a premium 3-coin set (449 sales, issue limit 450) and in a standard 3-coin set (997 sales, issue limit 1,000) as well as individually (2,453 sales, issue limit 2,500)© The Royal Mint, 2017
The bullion issue does not feature the garter design but a special '200' privy mint mark.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Sovereign - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Garter type) 2017 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a shield with the Royal Arms, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, and topped with a crown. This design is a nod to the traditional Garter type coins, which have been minted for centuries and are considered a symbol of British heritage and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 4648 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Sovereign - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Garter type) 2017 coin.
