½ Sovereign - Edward VI 3rd period (1551–1553)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1551–1553 |
| Denomination | ½ Sovereign |
| Face value | 50p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 5.650g · 0.1665 t oz |
| Diameter | 32.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2451 |
Right facing armoured half figure of Edward VI, holding sword and orb.
EDVVARD' . VI : D : G'. AGL' : FRANCI' . Z · HIB' : REX :
Crowned quartered shield of arms, flanked by 'ER'.
IHS' . AUTEM' . TRANSIENS : PER : MEDI' . ILLOR' . IBAT .
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The 1551 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 3rd period is a circulating ½ sovereign coin issued from 1551 to 1553, struck in 91.67% gold. It weighs 5.65g and measures 32mm across. Reverse design: Crowned quartered shield of arms, flanked by 'ER'.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1551 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 3rd period worth?
No verified sale of the 1551 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 3rd 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 1551 Half Sovereign - Edward VI 3rd period?
Check the weight 5.65g and diameter 32mm and the metal (91.67% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
