The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz bullion coin is a pure, 24-carat, 999.9 gold coin minted by the Royal Mint. The 2021 coin has introduced some of the most innovative security features ever seen on a coin. It has already been dubbed as 'the World’s most secure coin'.
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The Gold Britannia is one of the UK's most popular methods of buying gold bullion. The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz Bullion Coin features an image of Britannia on the reverse side and the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark on the obverse.
Innovative Security
The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz has introduced some of the most advanced security features so as to give visual authentication of this amazing and beautiful coin. There are four major safeguards:
There is an image of a padlock (to the lower left of Britannia) that changes to Britannia's Trident when the coin is viewed from different angles. The Royal Mint have described this as a latent image.
As you oscillate the coin the waves appear to be animated.
If you look just inside the legend (which is the lettering around the edge) there are a second set of inscriptions in very small lettering repeating the words DECUS ET TUTAMEN ('An ornament and a safeguard'). This micro-text is not only decorative but is very secure as it is cutting-edge technology and very difficult to produce on coins.
Britannia's shield has the Union flag filled with tincture lines, which are very small strokes used to give a shading effect. They look decorative but are actually very difficult to reproduce.
The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz is a high value coin and as such investors and collectors may worry about counterfeits. Actually gold coins are very difficult to forge due to gold's unique properties of density and colour. Gold is extremely dense and to use another metal and gold-plate it would result in a coin that is under-weight, over-diameter or half-again as thick, something that would be spotted very easily by a expert.
With the new security features described above, you can feel confident that the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz is the genuine article, as struck by the Royal Mint.
Description of the 2021 Gold Britannia
The Obverse (front, heads) has Queen Elizabeth II's 5th portrait by Jody Clark. Her Majesty used the Royal Diamond crown which she wore for her coronation and this design has been used on Gold Britannia 1oz since 2015. Jody Clark was the first Royal Mint employee for over 100 years to design a coinage portrait of a Monarch. Clark was also the youngest (at 33) to do so.
On the Reverse (back, tails) of the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coin is the image that gives the coin its name - the eponymous Britannia. Britannia is known as the National personification of the United Kingdom. Britannia stands with a trident in her right hand, holding a shield and olive branch in her left. The design was created by Philip Nathan.
Britannia can be traced back to Roman Britain in the 2nd century, and even today you can see her depicted wearing a Corinthian helmet and armed with a trident and shield. Britannia has been long associated with British Naval power and often portrayed with waves of the sea in the background. She has been seen on many coins over the years.
Prior to the launch of the Gold Britannia, the United Kingdom already had a World famous gold coin in the Gold Sovereign. However, in the 1980s there was a growing trend towards pure (999.9, 99.99%) one-ounce gold bullion coins like the Canadian Gold Maple. So the Royal Mint launched a new coin in 1987, a one-ounce gold coin with a name that has been associated with Great Britain for over 2,000 years: The Gold Britannia.
Product Summary
Product Code:
BRIT2021
Stock Remaining:
0
Metal:
Gold
Precious Metal Content:
31.1 (g)
Material:
Gold
Monarch:
Elizabeth II (1952- present)
Denomination:
1 Ounce
Product Type:
Modern
Country:
United Kingdom
Finish:
Uncirculated
VAT Status:
Exempt
Capital Gains Tax Status:
Exempt
Weight:
31.1g
Condition:
Bullion, uncirculated
Diameter:
32.69mm
Financial Advantages for UK Investors
There are financial advantages that the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz may offer to UK investors:
The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz is exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT). You should ask your advisor of the implications of this, but only coins that are legal tender in the UK qualify for this. The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz is legal tender for £100 so meets this criteria.
The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz is exempt from VAT. Note than bullion silver coins are subject to VAT.
A Gold coin is a physical, tangible asset. You can touch it, hold it, keep it wherever you like.
It's near-cash, a liquid asset. If you do need the money, you can sell Gold Britannia 1oz coins almost instantly, virtually anywhere in the World, often on the high street or by post. There is a strong buyer market for gold coins.
With the new and exceptional safety features, the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz is even easier to trade as authentication is inherent to the coin.
Gold Britannia 1oz coins are closely associated with the spot price of gold, making them an excellent vehicle for gold bullion investment.
Always consult an accountant or legal/tax advisor for the current legislation regarding gold investments.
Specifications of the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz Proof
Denomination: £100
Alloy: 999.9 fine gold, 24-carat
Fineness: 99.99% gold
Weight: One Troy Ounce (31.1g)
Diameter: 32.69mm
Quality: Bullion
Pure Metal Type: Gold
Reverse Design: Image of Britannia
Obverse Design: HM Queen Elizabeth II
SCBC: BQ series
Legal tender in UK: Yes
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why are not all coins made of pure gold? Why are some 91.67% gold? In the past, gold coins have been the normal circulation coins. Pure gold would wear very quickly and so the mints would add another metal, usually copper, in the ratio 11/12ths gold and 1/12th copper. This alloy is 22 carat or 91.67% gold and is considerably harder and more durable than 24 carat gold. As the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz Bullion Coin is not intended for circulation, this is no longer a requirement. Pure Gold is actually quite soft, so you should handle the coins carefully as they can easily scratch and dent. Probably best to leave the coin in a protective capsule.
Q: What is the difference between a Proof coin and a Bullion Coin? A: Both coins will carry the same amount of gold, but visually the 'finish' will be different.
Proof coins have a mirror-like finish. They are almost hand made, with appreciable care, struck several times to get an outstanding image. Proofs are aimed at numismatists (coin collectors). This extra care incurs considerable additional cost and a proof will cost much more than the gold content of the coin. It will also attract a high re-sale price if you do decide to sell it and there are strong markets for these coins.
Bullion coins are purely for gold investment. They may have the same image as the proof, but the coin is made by machine, and only struck once using production dies. The coin is not so visually appealing as a proof and may have scuffs and scratches from the manufacturing process. But if you're just looking for gold, then this is the cheapest way to buy a 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coin.
Q: Are your 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coins genuine? A: Yes, and we guarantee it. You can buy from us 100% worry free.
Notes on the Gold Britannia
Prices will fluctuate with the gold spot price.
The Gold Britannia was originally released as a 22-carat, .9167 (91.67%) gold coin with a diameter of 34.05 mm. In 2013 (only) it was a larger thinner coin, and the diameter was 38.61 mm. The non-gold part was copper until 1989 when silver was used instead. From 2013 onwards the Gold Britannia was changed to a full 24-carat, .9999 (99.99%) pure gold coin with a slightly smaller diameter of 32.69 mm.
The actual gold content remained the same over the years - one troy ounce (31.103g) in each coin.
Britannia's have a large and popular family. Gold coins have a range of sizes such as 5oz, 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz, and 1/20 oz. One-ounce Gold Britannia Proofs have been made in some years.
Silver Britannia's are extremely popular with both silver investors and coin collectors. The one-ounce Silver Britannia was first made in 1997 and is produced in both proof and bullion form, the proof version often has a different reverse image each year. Sizes vary from fractions of an ounce to one kilogram.
A Platinum Britannia was introduced in 2018.
The 2020 Gold Britannia was produced with both an Oriental Border and a Standard border to show the growing International acceptance of the one-ounce gold Britannia coin.
There are Gold Britannia Sets consisting of a variety of weights, like three-coin and Six-Coin Gold Proof Sets.
The weight and quality of the Gold Britannia is still verified at the centuries-old annual Trial of the Pyx.
The Monarch's head is almost always depicted on the Obverse of the coin and on the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz it is Elizabeth II. Queen Elizabeth II is the current and longest reigning monarch ever. Born on 21 April 1926 to King George VI and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, she became Queen in 1952 and her Coronation was on 2 June 1953.
The Royal Mint
This 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coin was minted at The Royal Mint, which is the designated place for the UK to mint coins. It dates back well over 1000 years and is a Government-owned company.
Formed in the reign of Alfred the Great about the year 886, it moved to the Tower of London in 1279 and remained there for over 500 years. The Master of The Royal Mint has included famous figures such as Sir Isaac Newton. Since 2010 it has operated as Royal Mint Ltd, a company owned by HM Treasury, under an exclusive contract to supply all coinage for the UK although it also produces medals and coins for other countries.
If you would like to see where the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coin was created, the Royal Mint is currently located at Llantrisant, Wales, and it has an excellent visitor centre if you want to see what they do.
The 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz Bullion Coin is a pure, 24-carat, 999.9 gold coin minted by the Royal Mint. It is one of the most popular and straightforward ways to invest in gold bullion. There are no special procedures or official forms.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why are not all coins made of pure gold? Why are some 91.67% gold?
In the past, gold coins have been the normal circulation coins. Pure gold would wear very quickly and so the mints would add another metal, usually copper, in the ratio 11/12ths gold and 1/12th copper. This alloy is 22 carat or 91.67% gold and is considerably harder and more durable than 24 carat gold. As the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz Bullion Coin is not intended for circulation, this is no longer a requirement. Pure Gold is actually quite soft, so you should handle the coins carefully as they can easily scratch and dent. Probably best to leave the coin in a protective capsule.
Q: What is the difference between a Proof coin and a Bullion Coin?
A: Both coins will carry the same amount of gold, but visually the 'finish' will be different.
Proof coins have a mirror-like finish. They are almost hand made, with appreciable care, struck several times to get an outstanding image. Proofs are aimed at numismatists (coin collectors). This extra care incurs considerable additional cost and a proof will cost much more than the gold content of the coin. It will also attract a high re-sale price if you do decide to sell it and there are strong markets for these coins.
Bullion coins are purely for gold investment. They may have the same image as the proof, but the coin is made by machine, and only struck once using production dies. The coin is not so visually appealing as a proof and may have scuffs and scratches from the manufacturing process. But if you're just looking for gold, then this is the cheapest way to buy a 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coin.
Q: Are your 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz coins genuine?
A: Yes, and we guarantee it. With high value coins and investments such as the 2021 Gold Britannia 1oz, collectors and bullion investors often worry about counterfeits, but actually gold coins are very difficult to forge due to gold's unique properties of density and colour. Gold is extremely dense and to use another metal and gold-plate it would result in a coin that is under-weight, over-diameter or half-again as thick, something that would be spotted very easily by a expert. You can buy from us 100% worry free.
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