The 1937 Half-Sovereign - George VIThe 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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 | 1937 George VI Gold Half Sovereign Graded PF63 £ 1,791.70 |
 | 1937 Proof Gold Half Sovereign £ 1,942.50 |
 | 1912 Half Sovereign Gold Coin - King George V £ 440.20 |
 | KING GEORGE lll 1817 HALF GOLD SOVEREIGN £ 875.00 |
 | 1918 George V Gold Half Sovereign Coin London Mint with mount 5.34 grams £ 499.99 |
 | 1937 Great Britain George VI Gold 1/2 Half Sovereign PF65 CAMEO Graded By NGC £ 3,650.00 |
 | 1912 King George V Gold Half Sovereign - London Mint - 3.99g - gVF to aEF £ 530.00 |
 | Queen Victoria 1838 gold sovereign £ 1,766.20 |
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