The 2024 Half Sovereign is a British gold coin, minted by the Royal Mint. The weight of the coin is 3.99 grams with a fineness of 916.7 (22 carat gold), this means it contains 3.6612 grams of pure gold. The diameter of the coin is 19.3 mm. The Half Sovereigns have a face value of 50 Pence (1/2 a Pound) and are legal tender in the UK.
The coin has no mintmark, indicating it was struck by The Royal Mint in Llantrisant, Wales.
Obverse: The obverse of the King Charles III 2024 Gold 1/2 Sovereign features the King's official portrait, designed by Martin Jennings. This effigy of King Charles III shows his profile facing left, without a crown. This is the first official portrait of Charles III to be used on coins minted by The Royal Mint. The sculptor's initials, 'M.J.', are visible at the bottom of the head.
The inscription on the coin reads 'CHARLES III.DEI.GRA.REX.FID.DEF'.
Reverse: The reverse of the 2024 Gold Half Sovereign features the traditional design of Saint George and the dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci, as well as the sculptor's initials B.P. and the year of issue.
Our 2024 Half Sovereign coins are supplied in a plastic capsule, tube, or monster box depending on the quantity ordered.