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1896 Gold Half Sovereign Value, Victoria Old head / veiled - sell today or buy online

There were 2 Half Sovereign variations struck dated 1896. Mintage figures are shown where available.

The value of 1896 Gold Half Sovereign coins can range from £419 to £766 depending on condition. The guide prices are based on coin grades from Fine (F) to Uncirculated (UNC). A mid grade value mid point between VF (Very Fine) and EF (Extremely Fine) condition 1896 Half Sovereign is worth about £545.

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Victoria 1896 Half Sovereign
BV/F
£418
VF
£513
EF
£576
UNC
£766
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Mintage: 2,946,605

Metal: 91.667% Gold

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Guide prices shown are from the Token Publishing Coin Yearbook 2022 for Fine (F), Very Fine (VF), Extremely Fine (EF) and Uncirculated (UNC) condition. We can accept no liability for the accuracy of the prices quoted.

Victoria 1896 Half Sovereign M (Melbourne Mint)
M on ground on reverse (Melbourne Mint)
BV/F
£418
VF
£513
EF
£766
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Mintage: 218,946

Metal: 91.667% Gold

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There are a number of factors that affect Gold Half Sovereign values, some 1896 half sovereigns may be worth less than the coin grade guide value, whereas other same year date examples could command much higher prices if they exibit desirable features such as attractive natural toning.