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2026 1oz Silver Britannia Bullion Coin
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Best Value 1oz Silver Britannia Coin - Mixed Dates from 2013 Onwards
1oz Gold Britannia : Pre-Owned 'Best Value' (24ct, 2013 - present)
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2026 Tenth Ounce Gold Britannia Bullion Coin
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2025 Tenth Ounce Gold Britannia Bullion Coin
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The Royal Mint 1g Secure Britannia Gold Bar
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The Royal Mint 10g Secure Britannia Gold Bar
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Half Ounce 24 Carat Gold Mixed-Date Britannia Bullion Coins (Best Value)
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2025 Silver Britannia 1 oz Bullion Coin
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The Britannia coin is more than just bullion - it's a symbol of British resilience, artistry, and minting excellence. Available in both gold and silver, Britannia coins are struck by The Royal Mint and widely recognised around the world. Their blend of beauty, trustworthiness, and investment-grade purity makes them a cornerstone choice for collectors and investors alike.
Whether you're drawn to the timeless gold edition or the gleaming brilliance of fine silver, Britannias offer the reassurance of UK legal tender status and - especially in gold - key tax advantages. They're not just coins. They're heritage in your hands.
First introduced in 1987, the Britannia coin series has become the flagship bullion offering from The Royal Mint. Initially launched in gold and later followed by silver in 1997, these coins carry with them a rich blend of tradition and modern craftsmanship. Named after the female personification of Britain, Britannia has appeared on coinage for centuries, but this series brought her firmly into the realm of bullion investment.
Each coin is struck to investment-grade purity - gold Britannias are now minted in 999.9 fine gold (24 carat), while silver Britannias are produced in 999 fine silver. Early issues were minted in lower purities (gold at 22 carat and silver at .958), but these specifications were enhanced over time to meet the global standard for bullion-grade products.
What sets the Britannia range apart, beyond its iconic design, is its legal tender status in the UK. This gives investors a notable benefit: UK-resident individuals are exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when selling these coins. That makes both gold and silver Britannias not only visually impressive but potentially more tax-efficient compared to many other forms of bullion.
The series has evolved in terms of design while maintaining its classical roots. The reverse typically features Philip Nathan's enduring image of Britannia holding a trident and shield, while the obverse has transitioned from Queen Elizabeth II to King Charles III following the 2022 coinage change. Recent years have also introduced advanced security features such as micro-text, surface animation, and latent images, boosting the coin's anti-counterfeiting measures and reassuring buyers of its authenticity.
Gold and silver Britannias are available in a range of sizes, from full 1oz coins down to fractional pieces like 1/2oz, 1/4oz and 1/10oz. Larger formats such as 5oz and even kilo-sized silver Britannias also exist, catering to high-volume investors.
For those new to precious metals or seasoned buyers looking to expand their portfolio, Britannias offer something rare: liquidity, recognisability, and prestige - all backed by over a thousand years of heritage from The Royal Mint.
The Royal Mint is the United Kingdom's official coin producer and one of the oldest mints in the world. Trusted for over 1,100 years, it continues to issue iconic bullion and commemorative coins, such as the Gold Sovereign and Britannia, renowned for their quality, security, and investment appeal.
The Royal Mint - Over a Millennium of Minting Excellence
Founded over 1,100 years ago, The Royal Mint is the United Kingdom's official producer of coins and precious metal products. With a heritage that traces back to the 9th century, The Royal Mint is one of the oldest continuously operating mints in the world, trusted globally for the production of coins, commemoratives, and high-purity bullion.
Operating from its modern facility in Llantrisant, South Wales, The Royal Mint combines centuries of tradition with cutting-edge technology. Its bullion coin range includes some of the most recognised and respected investment products in the world, including the Gold Sovereign, the Gold Britannia, and the Queen's Beasts and Tudor Beasts series.
All bullion coins produced by The Royal Mint are struck to exacting standards, with advanced security features and strict quality control. For UK investors, many of these coins offer tax advantages - including VAT exemption and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exemption - making them both a secure and efficient way to invest in physical gold and silver.
The Royal Mint's reputation is not only built on the quality of its products but also on its integrity, trustworthiness, and innovation. From minting the circulating coinage of the UK to crafting limited-edition collectables and investment-grade bullion, The Royal Mint remains a global leader in precious metal production.
At Gold Traders, we are proud to be an official Royal Mint Partner, giving our customers access to genuine, newly issued bullion coins, sourced directly from the mint. Whether you're purchasing your first coin or adding to a growing portfolio, coins from The Royal Mint offer a combination of legacy, liquidity, and long-term value.
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The value of a Sovereign ring consists of two elements - the ring mount and the coin. The first thing you need to do is weigh the complete ring in grams.
The Sovereign will weigh 7.98g, so it's easy to value that. Today, we would pay £749.56 for the coin in the ring. This amount is slightly lower than our standard Sovereign rates because the coin will be considered 'ex-jewellery' (showing evidence of been mounted in jewellery).
Taking the gross weight of the ring and subtracting 8g will give you the weight of the ring mount. It's almost certainly 9ct gold, for which we're paying £38.45 / gram today.