½ Sovereign - Edward VI 1st period (1547–1549)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1547–1549 |
| Denomination | ½ Sovereign |
| Face value | 50p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.833) (833/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 6.220g · 0.1666 t oz |
| Diameter | 31.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2430 |
Youthful enthroned portrait of King Edward VI holding orb and sceptre
EDWARD' . 6 . D' . G' . AGL' . FRAN' . Z . HIB' . REX · . ·
Crowned shield of arms, supported by lion and dragon, 'E' below
· IHS · AVTEM · TRANSIENS · PER · MEDI · ILLOR · IBA · E
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The 1547 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 1st period is a circulating ½ sovereign coin issued from 1547 to 1549, struck in 83.3% gold. It weighs 6.22g and measures 31mm across. Reverse design: Crowned shield of arms, supported by lion and dragon, 'E' below.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1547 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 1st period worth?
No verified sale of the 1547 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 1st period has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £515 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1547 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 1st period?
Check the weight 6.22g and diameter 31mm and the metal (83.3% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
