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One ounce coins and bars, equivalent to 31.1 grams, are internationally recognised and widely traded. Their familiar weight makes them a favourite for collectors and investors alike, offering liquidity, portability, and strong resale appeal.
Britannia coins are The Royal Mint's own gold and silver bullion coins. Gold Britannias were first made in 1987, and silver Britannias followed in 1997. The 2027 coins celebrate 40 years of the gold coin and 30 years of the silver coin.
Every coin shows Britannia, the figure who has stood for Britain on coins since Roman times. Today's coins are struck in 999.9 fine gold and 999 fine silver, and they're UK legal tender.
You'll find the Britannia coins and bars we currently stock below.
When you buy silver, platinum, or palladium bullion in the UK, Value Added Tax (VAT) can significantly impact the cost. Unlike investment-grade gold, which is VAT-exempt, these metals are normally subject to VAT at 20% when sold new.
The VAT Margin Scheme provides a way to reduce this cost when buying pre-owned bullion. Here's how it works: when a coin or bar is first sold as a brand-new product, VAT is charged in full. Once that VAT has been accounted for, the same item can later be sold under the Margin Scheme. In this case, VAT is only applied to the dealer's margin (their profit) rather than the entire metal value.
For you as a buyer, the benefit is simple - the overall price is lower, because you're not being asked to pay VAT a second time on the intrinsic metal content. The bullion itself is identical in weight and purity to brand-new items; the only difference is that it qualifies as pre-owned.
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It celebrates 30 years since the Silver Britannia was launched in 1997. The '30' wave privy mark and matching background texture only appear on 2027 silver Britannias.
The '40' wave privy mark celebrates 40 years since the Gold Britannia was launched in 1987. It only appears on 2027 gold coins, along with a background texture that shows the number 40.
We're an official partner of The Royal Mint, and all our new UK bullion stock is sourced directly from them in Llantrisant, South Wales. This ensures authenticity, consistency, and the reassurance of official UK bullion.
Fractional coins like the ¼oz Britannia offer a more accessible entry point into silver investing. They're ideal for cost averaging or for those who prefer to hold divisible, tradable units of silver rather than full one-ounce coins.
The reverse, depicting the standing figure of Britannia, was created by renowned sculptor Philip Nathan. The obverse features the effigy of King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings.
Yes, if the coin is dated 2021 or later. Earlier 24ct issues (2013-2020) do not include these features. Unfortunately, we don't offer a selection service from our pre-owned stock; however, all coins sold have been thoroughly checked and authenticated as genuine.
22ct Britannias (1987-2012) contain 1oz of gold but weigh 34.05g due to their alloy content. 24ct Britannias (2013-present) are struck in .9999 fine gold, weighing 31.21g in total. Both contain exactly 1 troy ounce of pure gold.
Britannias are highly liquid, instantly recognisable, and carry UK tax advantages (VAT-free and CGT-exempt). They combine historic design with advanced security features, making them a practical and secure choice for investors.
The scheme applies to pre-owned silver, platinum, and palladium bullion. Gold bullion is already VAT-exempt, so it is not affected.
Because the full VAT was already accounted for when the coin or bar was originally sold as a new product. Under UK rules, it can then be resold on the Margin Scheme, keeping costs lower for the next buyer.
No. The coins and bars are exactly the same specification for weight and purity. The only difference is that they have previously been sold, allowing them to qualify as pre-owned. Pre-owned bullion may show signs of wear or handling, but its technical specification remains the same.
No. Under the Margin Scheme, VAT cannot be shown separately. It is included within the total price, but only calculated on the dealer's margin.
Not at all. When you sell your bullion, the buyback price is based on its metal content and weight, not on whether it was sold under the Margin Scheme.
Cost. Without it, you'd be paying 20% VAT on the full bullion price every time you bought silver, platinum, or palladium. The Margin Scheme ensures you don't pay VAT twice, making these metals far more affordable as an investment.
It's a system that allows dealers to charge VAT only on their profit margin, rather than the full value of the bullion. This is possible because VAT was already paid when the item was first sold as new.
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