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½ Sovereign - George V
| Gold (.9167) | 3.99 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1911-1915 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
St George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1911
B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of a half sovereign was 80/623 troy ounce (61.6 grains). The pure gold content was 56 312/623 grains (3.6612 g).For issues with mintmark below horse's right rear hoof, see or (M = Melbourne mint, P = Perth mint, S = Sydney mint, SA = Pretoria mint).
Interesting fact
The ½ Sovereign coin from the United Kingdom, minted between 1911 and 1915, features an interesting fact. Despite being made of gold (.9167) and weighing only 3.99 grams, it was still considered legal tender and widely used in circulation during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 3764 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 | 6224000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 6094000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 | 7251000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 | 2043000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Sovereign - George V 1911-1915 coin.
