Struck on a full broad flan
designers' monogram J
some nicks and hairlines
light iridescent cabinet tone
A very good example of this scarce issue
Victoria 1889-S Half-Sovereign, Sydney, DISH S507, ex Iverson Struck on a full broadVictoria (1837 1901), gold Half Sovereign, 1889 S, Sydney Mint, Australia, Golden Jubilee style bust facing left, designed by J Edgar Boehm, small crown and veil on head, pearl earring with pearl necklace, I. E. B. initials close together raised on truncation with imperfect J, Latin legend and toothed border surrounding, VICTORIA DEI GRATIA, rev. struck en medaille, crowned quartered low shield of arms, date below with mintmark S, more spread out