½ Sovereign - Elizabeth II Battle of Hastings
2016 year| Gold (.917) | 3.99 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | The London Mint Office |
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign ½ GIP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#426311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
William Conqueror seated on throne in the Westminster Abbey, holding a sword and Sovereign Orb in hands; shields with three lions below, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR KING OF ENGLAND
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued individually and as a part of the bigger set of 5 coins:
Interesting fact
The ½ Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Battle of Hastings) 2016 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is interesting because it commemorates the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, a significant event in English history that took place on October 14, 1066. The coin's design features an image of King Harold II, who was the King of England at the time of the battle, and the reverse side features an image of the Battle of Hastings itself. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1066 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Battle of Hastings) 2016 coin.
