1996 Queen Elizabeth II Gold Proof Half Sovereign Coin In Near Mint Condition.
This coin contains 0.117 ounces of fine Gold.
The Gold Half Sovereign Coin was struck in 22 carat and weighs approx. 3.99 grams.
This coin is in near mint condition, this coin has been photographed inside the capsule and has not been handled. Any marks seen on the listing photos are on the outside of the capsule. The coin is toned on both sides.
This coin comes in the original blue box and capsule with certificate as issued by the Royal Mint.
The 1996 half sovereign is a coin struck in 22 carat gold as a proof only by the Royal Mint. The Obverse features the third crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right. The queen is wearing the George IV State Diadem, with legend around. The Reverse features St. George slaying the dragon right, with date and designer’s initials in exergue.
Proof Half Sovereigns are hand-finished to create a flawless effect, and are often struck multiple times with specially prepared dies to achieve a mirrored finish and clarity of detail.
This proof gold coin had a mintage figure of 7,340.
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You are buying the Gold Proof Half Sovereign coin in the pictures.