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How much is a 1913 gold sovereign worth?

How much is a 1913 gold sovereign worth?

Date Mint Price $
1913 P $600
1913 S $575
1913 C $880
1913 * $560

How much is a gold half sovereign worth today?

The Half Sovereign is a 22-carat coin containing 3.66g of fine gold, with a face value of half a pound. than its face value. Half Sovereign would be worth around £125-135.

How much was a gold sovereign worth in 1914?

1914 Gold Sovereign – King George V – C

QTY Wire Transfer Price Per Unit
1+ $1,592

What is the rarest half sovereign?

Some of the rarest half-sovereigns include the Queen Victoria Shields from 1854 and 1871. A new Victoria shield coin was issued every year between 1838 and 1887, excluding the years 1840, 1867 and 1876. Although the full sovereign coins from these years are easy to come by, it is very rare to find a half-sovereign.

Should I sell my gold sovereigns?

Since the Sovereign carries a numismatic value as well, as its value in gold, it’s best to sell your Sovereign gold coins to a reputable gold dealer. This will ensure you receive a fair price that reflects the gold content and the numismatic value of the coin.

Which gold half sovereign is the most valuable?

Of the commonly traded and readily available bullion Gold Sovereigns, the Young Head Victoria tends to be the most valuable with prices around £300 each. Proof and rarer modern Sovereigns can also fetch higher prices like the Elizabeth II third head which trades around £400.

Are gold half sovereigns a good investment?

While half-sovereign coins carry a face value, their true worth is far more than that. These coins are more popular among investors than coins like Krugerrand and Britannia. This is because they are more affordable and easy to sell. If you’re an investor, you can save tax by trading gold sovereign.

How can you tell a gold sovereign?

Gold sovereigns contain a mintmark to distinguish the coins produced in London to those produced in the other branches of the Royal Mint. This mintmark is simply a letter, that symbolises the city or country of origin (eg: S for Sydney branch).

Which year gold Sovereign is the most valuable?

Price: £516,000 | Year: 1937

  • Elizabeth II Gold Proof Sovereign.
  • Price: £384,000 | Year:1953.
  • William IV Gold Sovereign.
  • Price: £2000 | Year: 1830.
  • George III Gold Sovereign.
  • Price: £1500 | Year: 181.
  • Elizabeth II 500th Anniversary of the Sovereign.
  • Price: £1200 | Year: 1989.

Is it worth collecting gold sovereigns?

While gold sovereigns hold their spot market value no matter what happens in the world, some sovereigns you invest in could rise in value because of rarity, aesthetic and historical appeal. If you’re looking to invest in gold coins, sovereigns are a great option.

Who is on the reverse of the 1913 half sovereign coin?

The reverse features St. George on horseback holding short sword, the horse rearing to right over a fallen dragon which has a broken lance in its chest; in exergue, the date, 1913 and the artist’s initials B.P.

Who was the sculptor of the 1913 George V half sovereign?

The coin features the bust of King George the Fifth on the obverse and the classic design of St. George slaying the dragon by the 19th Century Italian master engraver, Benedetto Pistrucci on the reverse.

Are there any 1913 gold sovereigns in stock?

We keep 1913 sovereigns in stock for immediate delivery. We try to maintain a stock of all dates of gold sovereigns, including 1913. We are making extra certain to ensure that we have some in stock during 2003, as they may be in particular demand during for 90th birthday gifts.

How much is a half sovereign coin worth?

While the full sovereign weighs 7.98g – coin features a £1 value, the half sov weighs 3.99g and the piece has a 50p face value. The Sovereign coins are made from 22ct gold, and have been designed as an affordable way of owning a coin worth more than its denomination value, back by the government.