The Coin Cabinet Ltd. > Auction 102 | Auction date: 13 February 2024 |
Lot number: 376 Price realized: 195 GBP (Approx. 246 USD / 228 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: Very fine | UNITED KINGDOM. Victoria, 1837-1901. Gold half-sovereign, 1892. London. No JEB Low shield DISH L516. The production of half-sovereigns was held back for several years to steer the public towards increased use of silver coins. The Double-florin was introduced to help in this process. However, by 1892 it stood clear that the half-sovereign was irreplaceable as it was much needed in trade and very popular with the public. The production of Double-florin coins was halted and a large number of half-sovereigns were struck: 13,680,486. Crowned and veiled Jubilee bust facing left; no JEB on truncation; inscription: VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRIT: REGINA F: D:. / Lower, crowned and embellished shield-of-arms; date in exergue; BRITANNIARUM REGINA FID: DEF:. Very fine. Reference: Marsh-481A; S-3869D; DISH-L516 Mintage: 13,680,486. Diameter: 19.3 mm. Weight: 3.99 g. (AGW=0.1176 oz.) Composition: 917.0/1000 Gold. PLEASE NOTE: 6% Buyer Premium + VAT on this lot. No other fees, including live bidding. Delivery cost will be added to your order. This lot is exempt from VAT. Payment can be made in EUR, CHF, or USD for an exchange fee. Please contact us to find out more. Starting price: 180 GBP |