Gold Britannias minted until 2012 were composed of 22 carat gold. This was increased in 2013 to 24 carat (0.9999 fine) gold. Pre-2013 Britannias contain the same amount of pure gold as their later counterparts but weigh a little more overall. The diameter is the same: 32.69 millimetres, as is the total amount of gold: 31.103 grams or 1 troy ounce.
Our best value one ounce gold bullion coins offer you the lowest price for a secondary bullion coin. The coin you receive will be randomly selected from a variety of Royal Mint designs and years, enabling you to invest in gold for less.
The 2025 coin marks the last time that this bespoke interpretation of Elizabeth II’s coat of arms will appear on the reverse of The Royal Arms. The design represents each nation of the United Kingdom and also features a secure, radial-lined background texture.
Gold Britannias minted until 2012 were composed of 22 carat gold. This was increased in 2013 to 24 carat (0.9999 fine) gold. Pre-2013 Britannias contain the same amount of pure gold as their later counterparts but weigh a little more overall.
The reverse side of the coin, designed by David Lawrence, features the Tudor Dragon adopted by Henry Tudor (later King Henry VII) in the Battle for Bosworth Field. On the obverse is the official coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, by Martin Jennings.
Blending tradition with innovation, the 2025 bullion edition of The Sovereign holds the unique distinction of being the final edition of the coin to be struck in rose gold. Featuring Benedetto Pistrucci’s iconic St George and the dragon design on the reverse and the official coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings, on the obverse of the coin.
Following the Seymour Unicorn and the Tudor Dragon, the sixth bullion coin in The Royal Tudor Beasts collection from The Royal Mint features the formidable Queen’s Panther.
The 2022 2kg Gold Proof version of the Royal Tudor Beasts Seymour Panther is completely unique in that it was the only one of its kind to ever be minted, making this an exceptionally special coin.
The Half Sovereign Gold Coin is minted by the Royal Mint and is a gold coin of the United Kingdom. This historical coin represents Britain’s power and wealth and is struck in 22 carat gold.
Our Gold Sovereigns featuring King Edward VII are 22 carat gold and free from Capital Gains Tax, which makes it an attractive gold coin to hold for UK investors.
The Gold Sovereign for King George V was minted from 1911-1932. These British Gold Sovereigns were the last ones to be in circulation until the year Britain left the gold standard.
Today, the Gold Britannias are one of the most popular one ounce gold coin for UK based private investors, as they are Capital Gains Tax Free (CGT Exempt). This 1/4oz Britannia Gold Coin – Best Value, would be a great addition to any bullion collection or investment and is delivered in our protective plastic slips.
The best value 24-carat Britannia gold coin exempt from capital gains tax.
A fearsome leader, The Lion of England appears as the first in the Queen’s Beasts series. Gracing heraldic art since the twelfth century and used on the shield of England for as long as one has existed, this magnificent beast has always symbolised pride and courage.
Struck in 24 carat gold (999.9 fine gold) and being exempt from both Capital Gains Tax and VAT, The Queen's Beasts collection is a popular choice amongst UK investors.
Struck in 24 carat gold (99.99% fine gold) and being exempt from both Capital Gains Tax and VAT, makes the Queen's Beasts 2019 a popular choice amongst UK investors.
Struck in 24 carat gold (999.9 fine gold) and being exempt from both Capital Gains Tax and VAT, The Queen's Beasts collection is a popular choice amongst UK investors.
Struck in 24 carat gold (999.9 fine gold) and being exempt from both Capital Gains Tax and VAT, The Queen's Beasts collection is a popular choice amongst UK investors.
The White Lion of Mortimer is the seventh design in The Queen’s Beasts Collection. Edward IV, the first of the Yorkist kings passed the lion on to Queen Elizabeth II and as such it became a symbol of her Yorkist heritage. Struck in 999.9 fine gold and exempt from Capital Gains Tax, The Queen's Beasts Gold collection is a popular choice amongst UK investors.
This gold sovereign is a memorial edition, struck to a bullion standard, to honour the life and legacy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.