© Baldwins of St James Ltd
© Baldwins of St James Ltd
½ Sovereign - Victoria Pattern
1853 year| Gold (.917) | 3.85 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | British colonies (Australia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1853 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound (1788-1966) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.85 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
At centre within a laurel wreath AUSTRALIA under a royal crown; above, SYDNEY MINT; below, HALF SOVEREIGN
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SYDNEY MINT
AUSTRALIA
HALF SOVEREIGN
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1853 from British colonies (Australia) made of Gold (.917) weighing 3.85 g is that it was designed by the renowned artist and engraver, William Wyon. Wyon was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his work can be seen on many coins from the Victorian era. His design for the Pattern ½ Sovereign features a youthful portrait of Queen Victoria, surrounded by intricate details and inscriptions. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a highly sought-after piece among numismatists.
