The 2002 British Gold Half Sovereign is a standout issue in the modern Sovereign series, struck by The Royal Mint to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee—marking 50 years on the throne. Unlike typical sovereigns featuring the classic St George and the dragon reverse, this coin displays a special shield design created exclusively for the Jubilee year.

Struck in 22-carat gold and containing 3.99 grams of gold, this bullion-grade coin is highly sought after by both collectors and investors for its combination of precious metal content and limited-edition status.

Key Features:

• Year: 2002
• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II
• Reverse Design: Shield of the Royal Arms by Timothy Noad
• Obverse Design: Fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley
• Metal: 22ct Gold (91.67% purity)
• Weight: 3.99g
• Diameter: 19.30 mm
• Type: Bullion Sovereign
• Finish: Bullion (Brilliant Uncirculated)
• Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Exempt for UK residents

Why Buy the 2002 Half Sovereign?

• Features a rare one-year-only reverse design
• Commemorates Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
• Legal tender in the UK and CGT-exempt
• Strong secondary market demand from collectors and gold investors
• Great option for stacking and collecting historic gold bullion