Commemorative Half Sovereign Charles III Gold Coin | 2022

Commemorative Half Sovereign Charles III Gold Coin | 2022

The Commemorative Half Sovereign Charles III 2022 is a landmark gold coin struck by The Royal Mint — the first Half Sovereign to bear the official portrait of King Charles III. The year 2022 carries profound historical weight: it marks the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and the accession of Charles III to the British throne, making this coin a physical record of the most significant transition in the modern British monarchy. Struck in 22-carat gold (916.7/1000 fineness) and weighing 3.9941 g, it delivers both precious-metal substance and enduring historical significance.

Specifications

• Issuing authority: The Royal Mint, United Kingdom
• Year of issue: 2022 (Commemorative)
• Metal: Gold
• Fineness: 916.7/1000 (22-carat)
• Weight: 3.9941 g
• Diameter: 19.3 mm
• Obverse: Official portrait of King Charles III
• Reverse: St George and the Dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci
• Quality: Bullion / Commemorative
• VAT status: VAT-exempt across the EU (investment gold)

About the Half Sovereign series

The Half Sovereign has been minted continuously since 1817 — one of the most storied denominations in British numismatics. The 2022 edition holds a unique position: it is the first half-sovereign to carry the likeness of Charles III and the last issued in the transitional year that closed the Elizabethan era. The reverse bears Benedetto Pistrucci's St George slaying the dragon, a motif unchanged since 1817 and recognised by dealers worldwide.

Why buy from GoldInvest24

• Genuine Royal Mint product — certificate of authenticity included.
• VAT-exempt across the EU; CGT-exempt for UK-resident buyers.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is the 2022 Charles III Half Sovereign commemorative? A: It was issued in the year of the monarch's accession, capturing the historic transition from Elizabeth II to Charles III — a circumstance that cannot be repeated.

Q: Is this coin VAT-exempt? A: Yes. As investment-grade gold (916.7/1000, legal tender), it is VAT-exempt under EU Directive 98/80/EC across all EU member states.

Q: How does the Half Sovereign differ from the full Sovereign? A: The Half Sovereign weighs approximately 3.99 g (3.66 g fine gold), vs. 7.98 g gross for a full Sovereign. Both carry 916.7 fineness.