1856-S Sydney Mint Half Sovereign. VG NEWRELEASES or working alongside his sourpuss

or working alongside his sourpuss neighbor

this coin captures the Jabiru in exquisite detail

showing the crowned bust of James I right with XII behind

Struck at the Melbourne Mint during a pivotal era of Australian coinage

1856-S Sydney Mint Half Sovereign. VG NEWRELEASES or working alongside his sourpuss1856 Sydney Mint Half Sovereign, an important early Australian gold issue from the first years of local sovereign production. Graded VG, this example shows heavy circulation wear but retains clear historic character and collector appeal. A scarce and desirable colonial era half sovereign, representing a key period in Australias numismatic history.