The gold sovereign was redesigned in 1817 and put back into circulation. It was the de facto reserve currency. Nations preferred the Sovereign over Ducats and other gold coins due to its size and popularity.

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The obverse of the 1987 half gold Sovereign is graced with the 4th Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The reverse features the famous image of St George on horseback as he slays a dragon. It was designed in 1817 by one of the greatest artist and engraver, Benedetto Pistrucci.

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The 1987 half gold sovereign proof is struck in 22 karat and weighs 3.999 grams (actual gold content is 3.679 grams). This sovereign is immaculate with absolutely no imperfections to the naked eye Unfortunately, the original display box and CoA is not available. It arrives in a new mint issued capsule and housed in a Gaurdhouse display box in a mahogany finish.