Struck in 2005 during the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, this four-coin gold proof Britannia set celebrates one of The Royal Mint's most distinctive modern series. Bringing together the one ounce, half ounce, quarter ounce and one tenth ounce denominations, it offers collectors a complete view of Britannia’s enduring symbolism across a range of sizes, all dated 2005. Each coin is crafted in fine gold to the highest proof standard, with frosted figures standing proud against deeply mirrored fields.

The obverse of every coin features Ian Rank-Broadley’s definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, introduced in 1998. His modern yet dignified likeness captures the monarch’s poise and authority, framed by the Latin inscription of her royal titles. The reverse presents Britannia in Philip Nathan’s celebrated design, showing the seated figure holding a trident and shield with waves beneath her feet. Rendered at four different scales, the design reveals the engraver’s skill in adapting every detail, from the texture of the shield to the movement in the drapery, to suit each denomination perfectly.

Specially prepared dies and hand-polished blanks ensure a proof finish on each coin, bringing out subtle nuances that highlight the purity and precision of modern British minting. The shared 2005 date across the set creates a unified collection.

Housed together in an official Royal Mint presentation case, the four coins are displayed to emphasise their graduated sizes while protecting their pristine surfaces. A certificate of authenticity accompanies the set, detailing the weight, purity and minting specifications of each piece. For collectors of modern gold proofs, the 2005 Elizabeth II Britannia Gold Proof 4 Coin Set offers an elegant showcase of national symbolism, royal portraiture and The Royal Mint’s mastery of the proof technique.