2027 Full Gold Sovereign Bullion Coin

Delivery Information

Every order is sent by tracked and insured courier for full peace of mind. Orders placed before 1pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day, stock permitting.

If you'd rather collect in person, select Click & Collect at checkout and skip the postage cost altogether. We'll hold your order at our Royal Wootton Bassett branch and email you the moment it's ready to pick up. Just bring along some photo ID, such as your passport or driving licence, when you come to collect.

We take payment by UK debit card or bank transfer. Credit cards aren't accepted, and we currently only supply customers within the UK.

Investing Information

This Sovereign is exempt from VAT in the UK. Sovereigns meet HMRC's rules for investment gold, which makes them VAT exempt, so no VAT is added to the price you pay.

It's also exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents. The Sovereign is legal tender in the UK, and UK legal tender coins are free from CGT. That makes it a popular option for investors looking to build a larger holding without the tax considerations that come with other assets.

The Sovereign is one of the most widely recognised gold coins in the world, bought and sold by dealers everywhere. Its long history and instantly recognisable design mean it's rarely difficult to sell on when the time comes.

We're happy to explain how tax rules apply to precious metals, but we can't offer advice on your personal finances. If you're weighing up an investment decision, it's worth doing your own research and speaking to a qualified adviser first.

Product Specification

Denomination Information

The modern Sovereign dates from 1817, when Benedetto Pistrucci's design of St George slaying the dragon was chosen for the reverse. It was struck in 22 carat gold from the outset, a standard the Sovereign has kept ever since.

Pistrucci's design has become one of the most celebrated in coin history: St George on horseback, sword raised, slaying the dragon beneath him. It has featured on the majority of Sovereigns struck since 1817, and appears again on the 2027 issue.

After a period of rose-gold Sovereigns that ended in 2025, The Royal Mint returned the coin to its traditional yellow-gold finish in 2026, the same year it added enhanced anti-counterfeiting features to both sides of the coin. Those security features continue on the 2027 issue.

Today, the Sovereign is one of the most widely recognised and traded gold coins in the world. Its smaller size and lower gold content compared to a full troy ounce coin make it an accessible entry point for new investors, while its long track record keeps it popular with experienced buyers too.

About Us

Gold Traders is proud to be an Official Partner of The Royal Mint, and the only one based in the South West of the UK. That means we source new coins like this one directly from The Royal Mint, with full authenticity built in from the start. We also carry a range of pre-owned bullion, with every piece tested and authenticated in-house before it goes up for sale.

With over 1,100 years of history, The Royal Mint is the original British maker of well-crafted, thoughtfully designed products, services and experiences.

When you buy from us, you can expect fair, competitive pricing and delivery that's fast, fully tracked and fully insured across the UK. Prefer to collect your order yourself? You're welcome to do that from our office in Royal Wootton Bassett, with photo ID and proof of address in hand.

Customers regularly leave us excellent reviews on Trustpilot, Google and FreeIndex, and we're glad that our approach to service shows in what they say. We can't give personal financial advice, but our team is always on hand if you have a question about a product or your order.