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1862 Half Sovereign



While mint reports state that no half sovereigns were struck in 1862, we know for certain that half sovereigns bearing that date were struck. Mint reports state that 558,500 half sovereigns were struck in 1863 (Learn more about the 1863 Half Sovereign). It would appear as though this mintage figure included half sovereigns struck bearing the date of 1862. Of the two dates, the 1863 is slightly scarcer though both dates would have less than 1,000 examples surviving today.

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Mintage
Notes about Mintage

  • Mintage figure combined with:
  • 558,500
    Reverse Designer
    L. C. Lyon
    Obverse Designer
    L. C. Lyon
    AGW
    0.1177 oz
    Size
    19 mm
    Composition
    91.67% Gold
    8.33% Silver
    Bullion Value
    $189.71
    1862 Sydney Mint Type II Half Sovereign
    Reverse

    1862 Sydney Mint Type II Half Sovereign
    Obverse

    Valuation
    Typical Handled: $470  
    This valuation represents a typical handled example of the coin. Coins in better condition will command a substantial premium over the listed price. For example, an average 1911 florin is worth around $50, but in choice uncirculated condition is worth about $15,000! To view valuations in higher grades, please click here to subscribe.  

    Glossary
    • mint - a facility that produces coins
    • mintage - The number of coins struck of a particular designation

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