Elizabeth II Half Sovereign Proof 2005

Obverse
Fourth crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRA REGINA·FID·DEF
IRB

Unabridged legend: Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Fidei Defensatrix

Translation: Elizabeth II by the Grace of God Queen Defender of the Faith

Engraver: Ian Rank-Broadley

Reverse
A modernised interpretation of St. George slaying the dragon, with date below wing of dragon.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 2005

Engraver: Timothy Noad

Edge
Reeded

Composition Gold (.9167)
Weight 3.99 g
Diameter 19.3 mm

Spink SB6

Proof FDC with original outer and inner box and paperwork CoA No. 1008