1937 Half-Sovereign – George VI


The 1937 Half-Sovereign - George VI

The first (and only) Gold Half-Sovereign of King George VI was only available in Proof. It is much sought after and therefore commands quite a high price. Only 5,001 were minted. SCBC: 4077.

The obverse, by T. Humphrey Paget, shows the bare head of the King facing left. Legend "GEORGIVS VI D: G: BR: OMN: REX F: D: IND: IMP:". Designer's initials (HP) below neck.

The Reverse, by Benedetto Pistrucci, shows St George and the Dragon. Artist's initials B.P. in exergue.

Image credit: Museums Victoria
 
Mintage: 5,001 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1937. See Coins and Events of 1937
Monarch/Ruler: George VI (1936-1952)
Category: Half-Sovereigns. See more Half-Sovereign coins and see which Half-Sovereign coins have the lowest mintage.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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1915 Half Sovereign
1915 Half Sovereign
£ 409.60
1937 Gold Proof Half Sovereign, George VI, NGC PF62
1937 Gold Proof Half Sovereign, George VI, NGC PF62
£ 1,675.00
1937 King George VI Proof Specimen Half Sovereign - NGC PF65
1937 King George VI Proof Specimen Half Sovereign - NGC PF65
£ 2,556.70
1890 Victoria Gold Half Sovereign
1890 Victoria Gold Half Sovereign
£ 425.00
1877 Young Victoria Shieldback Half Sovereign 22ct Gold Coin
1877 Young Victoria Shieldback Half Sovereign 22ct Gold Coin
£ 822.70
1937 Proof Gold Half  Sovereign
1937 Proof Gold Half Sovereign
£ 2,158.95
1884 Gold Half Sovereign 1/2 Coin, Young Victoria , 22ct Shield Back
1884 Gold Half Sovereign 1/2 Coin, Young Victoria , 22ct Shield Back
£ 593.20
1887 Gold Sovereign, Golden Jubilee, Victoria
1887 Gold Sovereign, Golden Jubilee, Victoria
£ 1,140.03

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