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Half-Sovereign 1856 - Australian Coins Price Guide and Values
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Half-Sovereign 1856 value
The value of a Half-Sovereign 1856 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 1856 is $617.20.
- Circulated
- Uncirculated
| Variety | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 - No dot | - | £290 | £816 | £1,810 | £18,100 | £29,000 |
| 1856 - Dot | - | £290 | £291 | £1,010 | £2,690 | £6,600 |
| Variety | MS-60 | MS-62 | MS-63 | MS-64 | MS-65 | MS-66 | MS-67 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 - No dot | £48,600 | £54,400 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 - Dot | £18,600 | £24,400 | - | - | - | - | - |
Auctions prices and values
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Gold Half Sovereign 1856 - Proof
On May 5, 2022, Heritage Auctions sold a NGC PR-65+ Ultra Cameo example for $208,800. It was previously part of the Quartermaster Collection.
Varieties
No dot
No Dot above L of Half
McDonald #003a.
Dot
Dot above L of Half
Mintage
- Half-Sovereign 1856 - No dot :
- Half-Sovereign 1856 - Dot : 478,000
Specifications - Half-Sovereign 1856 - No dot
- Mint: Sydney
- Alloy: 91.67% gold and 8.33% silver
- Diameter : 19mm
- Engraver: Obverse: J. Wyon, Reverse: L.C. Wyon
Last update : Friday, April 25, 2025
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