Britannia Elizabeth 1/2oz Gold Coin 2023
On the Reverse, this beautiful coin features a portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Jody Clark.
The obverse displays the iconic image of Britannia, a symbol of British strength, unity, and resilience. The design was created by sculptor Philip Nathan in 1987 and has been used on Britannia coins for over 30 years. The shield represents protection, the olive branch symbolises peace, and the trident links to Britain's maritime history.
The advanced security features of the Britannia Elizabeth ½ oz coin provide confidence in the authenticity. The coin features four visual design details that ensure easy recognition, including a latent image that shows a padlock and trident when tilted, animated waves in the background that move as the coin is tilted, micro-text of the Latin phrase "DECUS ET TUTAMEN" meaning "An ornament and a safeguard," and detailed tincture lines on the Union flag displayed on Britannia's shield.
The Britannia Elizabeth ½ oz Gold Coin is made of 999.9 fine gold, with a diameter of 27 mm and a metric weight of 15.55 g. It has a denomination of £50.
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | The Royal British Mint |
| Series | Britannia |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 15.55 gram |
| Gross Weight | 15.55 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1/2 oz |
| Year of issue | 2023 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
| Face value | 50 pounds |
| Diameter | 27.00 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 10 per tube |