The Britannia Elizabeth 1oz 2020 Gold Coin is a highly sought-after coin minted by the Royal Mint in the United Kingdom. It features the iconic Britannia design, a symbol of British maritime strength and national identity. Originally a Roman goddess, Britannia evolved into a personification of Britain, symbolising the nation's strength, unity, and maritime power.
Today, Britannia continues to be a powerful symbol of British identity, appearing on various denominations of British coins and bullion, including gold and silver Britannia coins minted by the Royal Mint.
Britannia is typically depicted as a female warrior adorned with a Corinthian helmet, holding a trident and shield, often with the Union Jack and the design, by Philip Nathan, on the reverse of the Britannia Elizabeth bullion coins use the original symbolism of Britannia. The shield is for protection, the olive branch for peace, and the trident represents British maritime history.
The obverse features an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II designed by Jody Clark and includes the denomination of £100 in the surrounding legend.
The Britannia Elizabeth 1oz Gold Coin 2020 is crafted from 999.9 fine gold, with a diameter of 32.69mm and a metric weight of 31.103g. It is also available in weights of 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz in gold, and 1kg and 1 oz in silver. The platinum coins are available in weights of 1oz and 1/10 oz.
The Britannia Elizabeth 1oz Gold Coin 2020 includes radial lines in the background of the image of the reverse for extra security against counterfeiting.
These coins are highly regarded by collectors and investors worldwide for their exquisite designs, historical significance, and investment value.
Metal | Gold |
Form | Gold Coin |
Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
Manufacturer | The Royal British Mint |
Purity | 999.9/1000 |
Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
Denomination (oz) | 1 oz |
Year of issue | 2020 |
Grade | Brilliant |
Condition | Circulated |
Face value | 100 Pounds |
Thickness | 2.87 mm |
Diameter | 32.69 mm |
Packaging | Single in Pouch |
Packaging Unit | 10 per tube |