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½ Sovereign - George VI
1937 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.99 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
St George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1937
B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Plain
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).This issue was a plain edge Proof only, struck in London. The odd 1 Matte Proof is thought to have been for the King himself.
Interesting fact
The 1937 George VI ½ Sovereign coin features a unique design, with the king's portrait facing left, unlike the usual right-facing portrait on most coins. This was done to distinguish it from other coins featuring the same king's image.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 5500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Sovereign - George VI 1937 coin.
