1918 Perth Half Sovereign - PCGS MS64

Australia, 1918 Perth Half Sovereign -

Although I have had a few decent 1918-P half sovereigns on hand in the last few years, it’s been some time since I’ve been able to present one in PCGS MS64. The coin photographed above is an attractive example, crisply struck on the obverse and free from the marks, scuffs, and edge knocks that gold coins typically accumulate over their life. The reverse is weakly struck about the centre, which is typical of the issue, and should be given the same consideration as a flat wreath on a Centenary florin. The overall appearance of the coin is pleasing, and under light, the lustre cartwheels. This example is only the third or fourth 1918-P half sovereign in MS64 I’ve been able to offer in the last ten years, and, with an estimated 100 – 150 pieces in existence across all grades, is certainly one of the more difficult Australian rarities available to collectors and investors.