Half Gold Sovereign Elizabeth II (2005)
Issuing Authority: United Kingdom
Manufacturer: The Royal Mint
Weight (grams): 3.99 g
Pure gold content (grams): ~3.66 g
Fineness: 916.7 (22ct)
Dimensions: ~19.30 mm diameter
Discover the Half Gold Sovereign Elizabeth II (2005), a 22-carat gold coin issued by The Royal Mint as part of the long-established Sovereign series. This edition features a special reverse design by Timothy Noad, offering a modern reinterpretation of the classic St. George and the Dragon motif.
The obverse displays the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, a widely recognised effigy used on UK coinage during this era. The reverse presents St. George slaying the dragon in a contemporary artistic style, combining traditional symbolism with updated engraving detail.
Struck in 22-carat gold, the coin contains approximately 3.66 grams of pure gold within a total weight of 3.99 grams. Its half-sovereign format makes it a smaller, more accessible version of the full sovereign while still retaining the same iconic design heritage.
This 2005 issue forms part of the Sovereign series, which is highly regarded by both collectors and investors due to its historical continuity, craftsmanship, and global recognition. The combination of limited mintage, distinctive reverse design, and gold content contributes to its appeal in the numismatic market.
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Available with fully insured UK delivery or secure collection from London Gold Emporium, Hatton Garden.
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UK Ring Size Guide (A–Z+)
Measure your ring or finger, then match to UK letters.
Tip: Measure an existing ring’s inside diameter with a ruler/caliper. Or wrap a thin strip around your finger, mark it, and measure the length for circumference.
UK to mm (reference)
| UK | Diameter (mm) | Circumf. (mm) | US | EU (ISO circ.) |
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Values are typical references. Manufacturers may vary ±0.1–0.2 mm.
Popular UK sizes
Common women’s sizes: J–P. Men’s: P–T (varies by style and fit).
Fit notes
- Warm hands measure slightly larger; measure at the end of the day.
- Wider bands feel tighter—consider half size up for bands ≥6 mm.
- Knuckle vs. base: choose a size that passes the knuckle but fits snug at the base.
For eternity/comfort-fit bands, professional sizing is recommended.
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