Great Britain Coins have plenty of things to offer collectors – the Royal Mint has been in operation for over 1,100 years. From pennies to Sovereigns and Britannias, the major coins from Great Britain are easily recognizable.
One of the most popular British coins is the Silver Britannia. This coin provides government backed silver bullion, like the US American Silver Eagle. It shares another similarity with the Silver Eagle as well, it has had a number of collectible versions released over the years. Collectable issues of the Silver Britannia, like the proof version, tend to have very low mintage figures and excellent designs. The Silver Britannia is known for its changing proof design and it is made of .999 fine silver. While older Silver Britannias weren’t as popular due to their lower fineness, the modern version is an excellent choice for collectors or bullion stackers.
Like the Silver Britannia, the Gold Britannia is an excellent choice for collectors or stackers. Proof versions of both coins come with presentation packaging from the Mint. Graded versions certainly have higher values, but which one is right for you depends on your goals. The standard size for Britannia coins is 1 Troy oz., but both the gold and silver coins are available in a variety of sizes. Some of the more popular unique sizes are 5 oz. and the low fractional sizes which could be as small as 1/40 Troy oz.
The British Sovereign is also well-known and a fine choice among coins from Great Britain. The British Sovereign is a gold coin that always depicts St. George and the dragon. The modern British Sovereign is very impressive visually, and there is plenty of history behind this coin. Great Britain produces some of the finest and most valuable World Coins that MCM has to offer.
Silver Britannia Coins
The Silver Britannia has been minted by the Royal Mint since 1997 and is made of .999 fine silver. The annual bullion issue retains the iconic Britannia figure, while proof and special editions feature unique reverse designs and limited mintages. Collectors value the proof silver Britannias for their mirror-like finish and fine details, which often earn them a premium over the normal bullion issues.
Gold Britannia Coins
First issued in 1987, the Gold Britannia is minted from 9999 fine gold and is available in sizes ranging from 1 oz. to fractional sizes. The obverse features the effigy of the reigning monarch, while the reverse depicts the iconic Britannia. The Proof Gold Britannias come with cases and certificates, making them highly sought after by investors and numismatists alike.
British Sovereign Coins
The British Sovereign dates back to 1817 and remains one of the most enduring gold coin series in the world. Minted from 0.9167 fine gold, the Sovereigns have a face value of £1, but their metal content and collectability primarily determine their value. Modern Sovereigns bear the classic motif of St. George and the dragon on the reverse and are available both uncirculated and certified by leading grading offices.
