Whitman Expo
1923-SA Gold Half Sovereign PR Values
Details
This is the same type as the English Half Pound (Half Sovereign) but with the distinguishing South African mint mark (SA) on the ground below the horse. The coins all weigh approximately one-eighth (0.1177) ounce, or 3.994 grams.
Obverse: Effigy of King George V
Reverse: St. George slaying dragon
Basic Information
GSID:
377823
Coin Date:
1923-SA
Denomination:
1/2 Sov / Half Sovereign
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
South Africa
Coinage Type:
South Africa Gold Half Sovereign George V
Coinage Years:
1923-1926
Composition:
Gold
Mint Mark:
SA
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Gold
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.917
Weight:
3.994 gr
Weight:
0.1177 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Obverse Lettering:
GEORGIVS V D: G: BRITT: OMN: REX F: D: IND: IMP:, B.M.
Obverse Designer:
E.B. Mackennal
Reverse Lettering:
1923
Reverse Designer:
Benedetto Pistrucci
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