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© Sincona AG
½ Sovereign - Victoria Pattern
1884 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.57 g | - |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1884 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.57 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#315052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Star of Garter surrounded by crowned cruciform shields of England, Ireland and Scotland, sceptres in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BRITT REGINA FIDEI DEFENSOR
Unabridged legend: Britanniarum Regina Fidei Defensor
Translation: Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Sovereign - Victoria (Pattern) 1884 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by the famous British artist and designer, William Wyon. Wyon was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for this coin features a portrait of Queen Victoria, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of the monarch on British coins at the time. This design change was significant because it marked a shift towards a more realistic and naturalistic style of coin design, which would become more prevalent in the following years.
