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In 2017, The Royal Mint commemorates the 30th year since the Britannia bullion design was first released. Sculptor Philip Nathan, the designer of the first Britannia bullion in 1987, envisaged her as a classic and evolving icon. In this classic design she stands as a figure of resilience and strength, firm against a powerful gale which whips around her shield, Corinthian helmet and olive branch. The 2017 design also features a redesigned new high security radial sunburst at her back which modernises this iconic coin.

Britannia represents an enduring Bullion investment. The weight and strength of the coins are verified at the centuries-old annual Trial of the Pyx. Britannia coins are exempt from UK capital gains tax for UK residents.

Key Points:
Struck to bullion standard
1/2 troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold (24 carat)
VAT free for non VAT registered private individuals
Exempt from UK capital gains tax for UK residents
Individually packaged in a single coin capsule

 

* Bullion product prices displayed include the precious metal price and any applicable premium. Any promotions or discounts are applied to the premium above the precious metal price only and not on the metal price itself. 

Specification

Britannia 2017 1/2 oz Gold Coin

Specification Value
Denomination £50
Alloy 999.9 Fine Gold
Diameter 27.00mm
Reverse Designer Philip Nathan
Obverse Designer Jody Clark
Specification Value
Quality Bullion
Year 2017
Pure Metal Type Gold
Pure Metal Content 0.5 Troy Oz
Fineness 999.9
Packaging Single Coin Capsule
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