Half-Sovereign Proof Set

The British Royal Mint have produce a fine product in the Half-Sovereign Proof Set.

As per the Mint, "This is a historic set of coins comprising two 22 carat gold Proof half-sovereigns - both featuring the image of St George and the dragon created by two distinguished and talented artists."

"The 2005 design, by heraldic artist Timothy Noad, only appeared on all the gold sovereign coins for that year and, of the issue limit of 12,500, only 750 of the contemporary rendition of St George were reserved for this special set."

"This more modern approach contrasts beautifully with Pistrucci's classic design featured on the 2006 version; both perfectly capture a facet of the artistic creativity of its period."

The Half-Sovereign Proof Set is an excellent gift for the gold proof coin connoisseur this holiday season or even for a special treat you have been promising yourself.

The set contains two Proof quality 22 carat gold half-sovereigns, one dated 2005 and the other 2006, with a guaranteed provenance backed by 1100 years of history.

Both coins are struck in 22 carat gold to the highest Proof quality and there are only 750 sets be available.

The coin set is housed in an attractive two-coin case with a Certificate of authenticity, attesting to the strict specifications of each coin and the low issue limit, accompanying each set.

The set costs £193.

The Half-Sovereign Proof Set is an excellent example of a collectable set that will definitely enhance any coin enthusiasts collection.

Half Sovereign Pendant

The British Royal Mint have a reputation for producing some very elegant and fine coins and jewelry. Here they have combined both concepts into the 2006 Burning Flame Half Sovereign Pendant Coin.

Produced exclusively for Royal Mint Classics, this limited edition pendant features the new 22 carat gold half-sovereign mounted on an intricate 9 carat gold surround, encrusted with diamond hearts and pink sapphires.

Each pendant comes with an elegant 18inch / 46cm 9 carat gold chain. It has been limited to an edition of just 2,006 so likely to go fast.

Specifications include a diameter of 27mm and a chain length of 18 inches or 46 centimeters

The 2006 Burning Flame Half-Sovereign Pendant retails for £249.00 and a certificate of authenticity is included also.

This is a typical example of the style and quality of the British Royal Mint and they have a large selection of interesting coins and jewelry always available to suit most tastes.

The half sovereign pendant would make an excellent gift for someone this festive season as well as ideal for one's own collection.