The British coin is a beautiful and historically significant bullion coin. It contains 1 ounce of 916-fine gold. It also has a face value of 100 pounds, making it legal tender. Although it is used primarily for investment purposes due to its gold content, it is also popular among collectors. In 1990, the non-gold component of the coin changed from copper to silver, and since 2013, coins in this series have been minted from pure gold. It is a beautiful blend of history and investment, reflecting the intrinsic value of gold, change, and collector demand.
The Gold Britannia has a timeless, classic design. The obverse features a detailed portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark. Her Majesty is depicted in profile, wearing the royal crown. The reverse features the iconic figure of Britannia, designed by Philip Nathan. Britannia confidently holds a trident in one hand, symbolizing naval power, and a shield adorned with the Union Jack in the other. Her flowing robes and commanding posture evoke strength, wisdom, and resilience. This is a gold coin with a lustrous finish.
Britannia is the symbolic embodiment of the British Isles, deriving her name from the ancient name for Great Britain. Her iconic presence dates back to the 1st century, when she was first depicted on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Hadrian. Depicted as a goddess, Britannia bears a striking resemblance to the Roman warrior queen, Boudica. She made her debut on British coins in 1672 on the farthing, and from 1797 appeared on every penny until the decimalization of British currency, continuing her presence on the 50-pence coin until 2008.
Over time, Britannia’s image has evolved, emphasizing her maritime connections by replacing her spear with a trident. She stands as a powerful symbol of British unity, freedom, and resilience, often reappearing during times of national challenge. Like Columbia in the U.S. or Marianne in France, Britannia gains prominence during wars or periods of heightened national pride.
In 1987, her image was chosen to adorn the Royal Mint’s Gold Britannia bullion coin, which quickly gained popularity both as an investment and as a collector’s item. In 1997, the Royal Mint introduced the silver Britannia, further cementing its role in modern numismatics. Both the gold and silver Britannia have undergone design refinements and improvements in metal purity, making them significant contenders in today’s coin market.
The Royal Mint is not only the oldest but also one of the largest issuers in the world. The mint has been operating since the end of the 9th century, and its structures have remained unchanged to this day. Currently, every seventh coin in the world comes from the Royal Mint, which produces as many as 5 billion coins annually.
This venerable institution is based in the small Welsh town of Llantrisant. It is there that pounds are minted, as well as collectible and bullion coins that are popular around the world. Currently, the Royal Mint produces coins and medals for around 60 countries worldwide.
The Royal Mint is known worldwide for its innovations, use of cutting-edge technology, and raising the bar for coin production.
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The photos presented on the website are examples. Products may differ from the photos presented. In the case of coins, coins from the current year or previous years are available for sale.
The bars and coins offered by Mennica Skarbowa are products from reputable mints affiliated with the London Bullion Market Association, including: Heraeus, Argor Heraeus, Valcambi, Metalor, C.Hafner, Perth Mint, Münze Österreich, PAMP, Umicore, Rand Refinery, UBS, Degussa, Istanbul Gold Refinery, or other issuers listed in the product parameters. Goods included in the so-called unsorted gold and silver may be an exception. The choice of bar manufacturer is made at random at the order fulfillment stage and depends on the Company's current stock levels.
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