British Gold Half Sovereign melt value
United Kingdom, 1817–present. Contains 0.11771 troy oz of pure gold. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Years | 1817–present |
| Denomination | Half sovereign |
| Composition | 91.67% gold, 8.33% copper |
| Total weight | 3.994 g |
| Purity | .9167 (91.67% gold) |
| Pure gold | 3.661 g (0.11771 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obverse design | Effigy of the reigning monarch |
| Reverse design | Benedetto Pistrucci (St George and the dragon) |
Specifications: Royal Mint specifications.
Common questions
How much gold is in a British Gold Half Sovereign?
A British Gold Half Sovereign contains 0.11771 troy ounces (3.661 grams) of pure gold. It weighs 3.994 grams in total and is .9167 fine.
How is the melt value of a British Gold Half Sovereign calculated?
Multiply the pure gold content (0.11771 troy oz) by the current gold spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
What will a dealer pay for a British Gold Half Sovereign?
Bullion coins and bars are usually bought close to the spot value of their metal content, while dealers sell them at a premium over spot. Ask any buyer what percent of melt they are paying and compare.
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Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.