Bullion gold Half Sovereign: the final Sovereigns of Queen Elizabeth II's reign.
Royal Mint Gold Half Sovereigns
Sovereigns and Half Sovereigns were first minted during the reigns of Tudor kings. In the early nineteenth century, the legacy of these prestigious coins was revived for a new gold issue, struck in the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars.
The Half Sovereigns issued in 1817 established specifications followed to this day. These coins would be made of 3.99 grams of 22-carat (916.7 fine) gold. That equates to 0.177 troy ounces or 3.66 grams of pure gold.
Half Sovereigns were struck through the Victorian period and into the early decades of the twentieth century when they fell out of circulation. The tradition of annual issues was only restarted in the 1980s with a proof series. Regular uncirculated annual issues commenced in 2000, quickly becoming popular with collectors.
Platinum Jubilee Reverse
Most Sovereigns feature an instantly-recognisable reverse image of Saint George, slaying a dragon.
This 2022 Sovereign is one of the rare departures from this tradition, instead featuring a design inspired by Elizabeth II's royal arms. Crafted by heraldic artist Timothy Noad and the subject of much speculation ahead of its unveiling. The reverse is reminiscent of that which appeared on One Pound coins designed by Eric Sewell.
The design has been authorised to celebrate Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee. In February 2022 she’ll mark an unprecedented seventy years since she acceded to the throne in 1952. Noad was also responsible for the reverse of the 2002 Sovereign, struck for the Queen's Golden Jubilee, so it's fitting that he should be called upon again for this milestone issue.
Read more about the 2022 Sovereign family on our blog: The 2022 Proof Sovereign: Celebrating the Platinum Jubilee.
Noad's reinterpretation of the royal coat of arms is paired with Jody Clark's fifth official effigy of Elizabeth II which appears on the obverse of the 2022 Sovereign with the legend: 'ELIZABETH II · DEI · GRA · REGINA · FID · DEF ·'.
Bullion Half Sovereigns
These 2022 Half Sovereigns are finished to the Royal Mint's bullion standard. They are intended for investors though the alternate reverse and the prestige of the Sovereign adds collectibility. 2022 Half Sovereigns are a great option if you're looking to commemorate an important personal or royal anniversary.
Like all Sovereigns, these are exempt from Capital Gains Tax as UK legal tender and free from VAT in the UK and EU as investment-grade gold.
You'll receive your bullion coin in a capsule or a plastic slip to protect the finish, without any additional Royal Mint presentation packaging. We’ll securely and discretely package your Half Sovereign for shipping.
Right now we’re also offering 2022 bullion 'full' Sovereigns as well as a range of proof options including the 2022 proof Half Sovereign and full Sovereign. Also available: three-coin, four-coin and five-coin 2022 proof Sovereign sets.
Can I Sell Elizabeth II Sovereigns?
Bought a 2022 Platinum Jubilee Half Sovereign that you no longer want? We can offer market-leading prices for these gold bullion coins as well as a wide range of UK collectible and investment coinage. Visit our Sell Your Coins page to get a quick quote or contact us for more information.
Steeped in more than 1,100 years of history, The Royal Mint supplies all of the United Kingdom's coinage as well as currency for nations around the world. Renown for craftsmanship and thoughtful design, The Royal Mint also produces commemorative coins, favoured by investors and collectors.
A Millennia of Minting
Founded in the reign of Alfred the Great, around the year 886, The Royal Mint was originally one of several mints which were centralised to London in 1279. For more than 800 years the Mint was based at the Tower of London before moving to Royal Mint Court where it remained until the 1960s.
The Royal Mint has always been on the forefront of economic, technical and artistic innovation. Its skilled craftsmen minted coins that would reach the far corners of the British Empire, establishing the image and reputation of Britain for all whose pockets they ended up in.
In 2010 The Royal Mint became a limited company owned by Her Majesty’s Treasury. In recent years the Mint has struck medals for the 2012 London Olympic Games and opened a visitor centre, The Royal Mint Experience, in Llantrisant, Wales: the current home of The Royal Mint.
Collecting and Investing
The Royal Mint's commemorative and bullion coins – often minted to mark important national events and anniversaries – are not intended for circulation. They might look like ordinary coins but they are generally worth much more, thanks to their scarcity, finish and composition.
Most commemorative coins produced by The Royal Mint are available in a range of striking standards including Gold Proof, Silver Proof, Brilliant Uncirculated and Bullion. Some are also available in collectors sets. Gold and Silver Proof coins are minted in small numbers, making them rare and desirable.
The Royal Mint's commemorative coins are both VAT-free and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exempt, making them an attractive and valuable investment. Whether you are diversifying your investments or simply appreciate world-class design, commemorative coins from The Royal Mint are a great buy.
The Royal Mint at The Britannia Coin Company
The Britannia Coin Company is proud to stock official commemorative coins from The Royal Mint as well as a wide range of historic Royal Mint coinage. We offer unbeatable value on The Royal Mint coins, backed by our reputation for honesty and integrity, built over more than a decade of trading.
Buy and sell coins with confidence when you use The Britannia Coin Company of Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire.
Buy Collectable Coins Online
We offer a wide range of collectable and investment coins in pre-owned and brand-new condition. As our name suggests, we focus on British coins (from hammered metal-detecting finds to modern Royal Mint issues) with a healthy selection of pieces from international mints too. All the coins we sell are 100% guaranteed authentic and, where relevant, are individually certified.
The Britannia Coin Company is part of the Gold-Traders group, founded in 2008. We're members of the British Numismatic Trade Association (BNTA) and pride ourselves on our honesty, integrity and expertise.
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The price of all our coins includes free, fully insured UK shipping.
We post most orders within one to three working days of receipt. Please check individual product pages for accurate delivery estimates.
We deliver internationally. All payments are to be made in Pounds Sterling. We have a flat rate international shipping charge of just £15. See our dedicated delivery page for exceptions and further information.
Sell Your Coins With Confidence
Our experts want to make selling your coins a stress-free experience. They're ready to provide transparent valuations for your old coins: whether that's an individual piece or a large collection.
The team buys thousands of coins every month via our postal valuation service. It's a safe and easy way to sell coins from home with payment via bank transfer available the same day you confirm our price.
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If you're looking for a bargain then why not visit our showroom? We've got lots of great discount coins available in our cabinets at Old Bank Antiques.
From circulating £2s and 50ps to world coins, commemorative sets and new releases to ancients, we've got something for everyone. Make sure you save time to browse the glass, ceramics, jewellery, clocks and militaria on display in the rest of the shop, located at 143 High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett, SN4 7AB.
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