British Memorial Half Gold Sovereign Gem Bu British Memorial Half Gold Sovereign Gem Bu
Honors the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Struck in 22-karat (.9167).
Contains 7.98g of pure gold.
Backed by the government of Great Britain.
Royal Arms on the reverse.
King Charles III is on the obverse.
Housed in a mint-issued premium capsule.
Secure a Monumental Royal Transition: The 2022 Gold Memorial Sovereign (Brilliant Uncirculated)
Own an extraordinary piece of British numismatic history with the 2022 Memorial Gold Sovereign . Struck by the world-renowned Royal Mint , this highly significant coin represents a historic transition for the British monarchy. It stands as a unique, dual-purpose release: honoring the historic 70-year reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II while celebrating the ascension of King Charles III.
A Rare Break in Royal Mint Tradition
Gold Sovereigns are the flagship 22-carat gold coins of global commerce, tightly bound to a 500-year legacy. Typically, the Royal Mint authorizes only one Sovereign design per calendar year . However, following the historic events of 2022, a rare second “Memorial” edition was commissioned—making this scarce issue a high-priority target for serious coin collectors and bullion investors worldwide.
Historic Artistry & Design Features
The First Portrait of King Charles III: The coin’s obverse showcases the debut official coinage effigy of King Charles III, masterfully designed by sculptor Martin Jennings. In keeping with century-old tradition, His Majesty faces left—the opposite direction of his predecessor.
The Special Royal Arms Reverse: Replacing Benedetto Pistrucci’s classic 1817 St. George and the Dragon design for this special issue is a beautifully intricate interpretation of the British Royal Arms by heraldic artist Jody Clark.
Distinguished Tudor Crown Motifs: While paying homage to the Royal Arms layout, this design features a prominent Tudor Crown and distinct heraldic border motifs. These explicit details make it easily distinguishable from other jubilee variants, adding immense aesthetic appeal.
Sovereign Coin Specifications
Minted to the legendary standards of accuracy that have defined the British Sovereign for centuries, this physical gold coin offers unparalleled security and liquidity:
Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) in pristine, untouched condition.
Weight: 7.98 grams.
Pure Gold Content: 7.32 grams (approx. 0.2354 troy oz).
Purity: 22-carat “Crown Gold” (91.67% fine gold, 8.33% copper for enhanced durability).
Diameter: 22.05 mm.
Packaging: Securely housed in a premium, mint-issued airtight protective capsule.
Secure this historic, first-portrait 2022 Gold Memorial Sovereign today to anchor your collection with a tangible piece of a modern royal succession.
