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½ Sovereign - William IV small type
| Gold (.9167) | 3.99 g | 17.9 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William IV (1830-1837) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1831-1834 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#23733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of arms and mantle, legend and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNO 1834
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
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).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1831-1834 William IV ½ Sovereign coin is that it was the first coin to feature the iconic St. Edward's Crown on its reverse side, which has since become a standard feature on most British gold sovereigns.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1834 | 133800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Sovereign - William IV (small type) 1831-1834 coin.
