Britannia Gold Coin
Symbol of British strength and tradition since 1987
The iconic British gold coin, recognized for its beauty, security, and exceptional 99.99% purity.
Technical Specifications
History and Legacy
Introduced in 1987, the Britannia is the United Kingdom's official bullion coin, recognized worldwide for its classic design and superior quality.
The Britannia coin was launched by The Royal Mint in 1987 in response to the success of the South African Krugerrand. Initially minted in 22-karat gold (91.67% purity), the coin changed to pure 24-karat gold (99.99%) in 2013, elevating its appeal to international investors.
The design features Britannia, the female personification of Great Britain, a symbol dating back to Roman times. The image of Britannia as a warrior with helmet, trident, and shield has been an emblem of British identity for centuries.
Philip Nathan created the classic Britannia design used from launch until 2015. Since then, The Royal Mint has introduced rotating annual designs, always maintaining Britannia's central figure but with renewed artistic interpretations.
In 2018, The Royal Mint introduced revolutionary security features, including full-surface radial lines and a latent changing image, making the Britannia one of the most secure bullion coins in the world.
Why Invest in Britannia?
VAT Exemption in UK
As British legal tender, it is VAT-exempt in the United Kingdom, offering unique tax advantages.
Maximum Purity
99.99% pure gold since 2013, matching the world's highest purity coins.
Advanced Security
Leading anti-counterfeiting features: radial lines, changing latent image, and micro-text since 2018.
Royal Mint Backing
Backed by one of the world's oldest and most prestigious mints, with over 1,100 years of history.
Global Liquidity
High international demand with universal recognition, easy to buy and sell in major markets.
Collectible Designs
Annually renewed designs increase numismatic interest in addition to investment value.
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Fascinating Facts
Britannia as a symbol dates back to the Roman occupation of Britain in the 1st century AD
Changed from 22-karat to 24-karat (99.99% purity) in 2013 to increase global competitiveness
The Royal Mint is one of the world's oldest mints, operating since 886 AD
The 2018 security features make it one of the most difficult bullion coins to counterfeit
It is legal tender in the UK with a face value of £100
Rotating annual designs since 2015 make it attractive to both investors and collectors