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👑 A Miniature British Crown Jewel
Minted since 1817 during the reign of George III and continued until the reign of Elizabeth II (1952–2022), the gold half-sovereign is a legendary coin that combines royal history, the purity of gold, and accessibility. Weighing less than its larger counterpart (the sovereign), it offers an ideal entry point into the world of British gold coins, while retaining the prestige and global recognition of the Royal Mint.
Nicknamed "the little sovereign," this coin is prized by investors for its liquidity, adored by collectors for its diverse designs, and a popular gift due to its convenient size. A concentrated dose of British tradition in just 3.99 grams of pure gold!
- Metal: 22-karat gold (91.67% pure gold, 8.33% copper alloy) – Same composition as the sovereign, for optimal durability.
- Weight: 3.99 g (0.1177 troy ounces of pure gold).
- Diameter: 19.3 mm.
- Thickness: 1 mm.
- Face Value: ½ Pound Sterling (£0.50) – Legal tender in the United Kingdom.
- Mint: Royal Mint (London, London) – Guaranteed quality and traceability.
- Quality: Available in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), Uncirculated (FDC), or Circulating (for older issues).
- Image of the Queen evolving with her reign:
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- 1953–1967: Portrait as a young woman by Mary Gillick (laurel wreath).
- 1968–1984: Portrait by Arnold Machin (more stylized crown).
- 1985–1997: Portrait by Raphael Maklouf (royal diadem).
- 1998–2015: Portrait by Ian Rank-Broadley (more realistic).
- 2015–2022: Portrait by Jody Clark (young queen aging).
- Legend:
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- "ELIZABETH II DEI GRA REGINA FID DEF" ("Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith").
- Iconic motif designed by Benedetto Pistrucci in 1817:
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- Saint George on horseback, lance in hand, slaying a dragon.
- Symbol of the victory of good over evil, inspired by the medieval legend.
- Details:
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- Date of minting at the bottom of the reverse.
- Initials "BP" (Benedetto Pistrucci) near the horse's tail.
💬 Conclusion: British Gold Within Reach
The gold half-sovereign is an exceptional coin that combines royal history, the purity of gold, and accessibility. Whether you wish to invest in physical gold, collect a piece of British heritage, or give a precious gift, this coin is a wise choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find here the main questions concerning Investment Gold.
The ounce of gold, also called “Troy Ounce” from Anglo-Saxon countries, used around the world for the quotation of precious metals such as gold or silver. One ounce is equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
Example: In a gold bar there are 32.15 ounces
1 kg = 1,000 g or 1,000: 31.1034768= 32.15
An ounce of gold is always given in relation to 1 dollar or 1 Euro.
No, since September 1, 2010, all investment gold purchase or sale transactions must be settled by check or wire transfer.
YES, two taxation regimes are applicable.
1st regime: THE TMP (Tax on Precious Metals)
(Confers article 150 of the General Tax Code)
Individuals are subject to a flat-rate levy of 8% of the proceeds of the sale (whether there is capital gain or capital loss). This tax is made up of:
The TMP, Precious Metals Tax, the rate of which is 11.5%.
2nd regime: TPV (Taxes on Value Added Values)
(Refers to article 68 of the amending finance law for 2005)
Indeed, since January 1, 2012, sellers of so-called “investment” gold can choose to pay 36.2% on the capital gain with a discount of 5% per year from the 3rd year of holding
To do this, you must be able to prove the date and purchase value of your gold. In other words, when selling your gold, you will need to present a nominative invoice, dated, with the value of the property.
If you are purchasing investment gold, we accept certified checks as well as bank transfers, with no payment limits.
Yes, the condition of the coins is decisive. We sell on the stock exchange, on your behalf, only gold coins in good condition.
After expertise, the coins that we consider cleaned and polished or very damaged are purchased on a refusal basis, that is to say by weight.
To access French quotation prices (Fixing Paris) and place an order on the French market, you need a minimum number of coins.
All you need to do is present your gold coins in the morning before 11:30 a.m., under seal, specifying whether it is a so-called “at best” order (without a fixed price) or a “limit” order. i.e. the sale will only be made if the limit price is reached.
Yes, in this way we certify the quality and value of the coins sold in our GLOBAL CASH agencies.
In addition, we offer our seals, thus we ensure their resale by all approved organizations.
Yes, for this we must appraise them and if we consider the coins to be in “marketable” condition then we will seal them for you free of charge.