Nearly 2,000 years ago, a figure was shaped to symbolise a great nation and its people. The Romans imagined a noble, graceful warrior and placed her on coins with the name of Britannia. Britannia being the new province the Romans had claimed.

Britannia has been reimagined numerous times as she has appeared on the coins produced of every British monarch from Charles II through to His Majesty the King. The artists of each age have depicted her in unique ways that reflect the ideas and aesthetics of designing. Through every distinct incarnation, Britannia has taken on more layers of meaning. She has come to embody the spirit of the British nation.

Britannia gold bullions were added to The Royal Mint’s Bullion portfolio in the year of 1987. At the same time, the global Bullion market was growing rapidly. Philip Nathan, a medalist and sculpturist, created a distinctive and communally supported interpretation of Britannia. She represents an icon with a strong maritime influence. Standing windswept in a classical gown, waves at her feet; trident, shield and olive branch in hand – symbols that are instantly recognisable in the precious metal international market. The modern face of the British national Bullion coin and a symbol of strength and tradition.

As the United Kingdoms’s official government-authorised mint, only coins from The Royal Mint offer a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exemption, a feature many experts seek. Additionally, British Britannias act as a legal tender. This ensures our customers have a diverse selection of UK gold coins to choose from.