Coins and Australia - Half-Sovereign 1855 - Australian pre-decimal coins price guide and values

Half-Sovereign 1855 - Australian Coins Price Guide and Values

Half-Sovereign 1855 - Australian coin
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Half-Sovereign 1855 value

The value of a Half-Sovereign 1855 australian coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more.

The melt and minimum value of a Half-Sovereign 1855 is $394.33.

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Variety G-4 VG-8 F-12 VF-20 EF-40 AU-50
1855 -$16,300$26,600$47,500$73,200$146,300
Variety MS-60 MS-62 MS-63 MS-64 MS-65 MS-66 MS-67
1855 $350,600------

Auctions prices and values

View the average prices of certified Half-Sovereign 1855 sold at auctions »

Gold Half Sovereign 1855 - Proof

On May 5, 2022, Heritage Auctions sold a NGC PR-66* Cameo example for $260,400. It sold again in January 2023 for $243,600. It was previously part of the Quartermaster Collection.

Gold Sovereign 1855 - Circulation issue

A Type 1 1855 Half Sovereign also sold at the Quartermaster Collection (uncertified) for $305,950.

Mintage

  • Half-Sovereign 1855 : 21,000

Specifications

  • Mint: Sydney
  • Alloy: 91.67% gold and 8.33% silver
  • Diameter : 19mm
  • Engraver: Obverse: J. Wyon, Reverse: L.C. Wyon

Last update : Thursday, November 16, 2023

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