The 1817 Half-Sovereign - George IIIThe first of the modern half-sovereigns, it was worth 10 shillings (half of a pound). SCBA 3786. A proof version exists but is much rarer.
The Reverse is a crowned, quartered shield designed by Benedetto Pistrucci.
The Obverse shows a portrait of King George II also by Benedetto Pistrucci.Images used by permission of The Royal Mint
Mintage: 2,081,000 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1817. See Coins and Events of 1817
Monarch/Ruler: George III (1760-1820)
Category: Half-Sovereigns. See more Half-Sovereigns coins
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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