- Royal Mint: since the year 886
- Highest purity: fineness 999.9/1,000
- Proud design: helmet, shield, trident
- Royal MintOver a millennium of experience in every strike
- Highest purityPractically pure gold in Brilliant Uncirculated quality
- Proud designSymbol of the British people, struck razor-sharp
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The Royal Mint
Britannia in the wind,on a quarter of an ounce of gold.
You are looking at the side with Britannia.
Philip Nathan’s Britannia
The sculptor created her for a new bullion coin from The Royal Mint. Today’s gold Britannia bears his design as well.
She wears a Corinthian helmet with a high crest, while her hair and robes flow to the left.
The trident
She holds it with her arm outstretched. It stands for her connection with the sea.
The shield
It bears the Union Flag and stands for protection.
The olive branch
She holds it above the shield. It stands for peace.
Meaning as given by The Royal Mint, details from a product photo.
The ounce and its fractions
1oz
32.69 mm
100 pounds
1/2oz
27 mm
50 pounds
1/4oz
22 mm
25 pounds
1/10oz
16.5 mm
10 pounds
Since the 2021 issue
Four features you can see in the light
Turn the coin in the light and you can check that it is genuine. According to The Royal Mint, this makes the Britannia one of the most visually secure bullion coins in the world.
The latent image
At the bottom left, below the robes, it alternates between a trident and a padlock depending on the viewing angle.
The micro-text
DECUS ET TUTAMEN, an ornament and a safeguard, runs around the figure. The words already appeared on the edge of English coins in the 17th century.
The waves
When the coin is turned, waves seem to move behind the figure.
The lines in the shield
Fine, smooth lines trace the light and dark tones of the flag.
200 times narrower than a hair
According to The Royal Mint, this is how narrow the indentations are that a picosecond laser makes for the waves.
From Hadrian to Charles III
around119
On Roman coins
Under Emperor Hadrian, Britannia appears on a coin for the first time: a woman on rocks, with a spear and a shield, and below her the word BRITANNIA.
1672
Back on English coins
She returns on England’s first official copper coins, the halfpenny and the farthing, under Charles II. Tradition has it that Frances Stuart, a lady of the court, sat as her model.
1987
The Britannia in gold
Chancellor of the Exchequer Nigel Lawson approves a new 100-pound gold coin. It is named after Britannia and initially struck in 22-carat gold.
2013
In 24-carat gold
Since then, the gold Britannia has been struck in 24-carat gold.
2023
The King’s portrait
According to The Royal Mint, the 2023 Britannia is the world’s first bullion coin to bear the official portrait of King Charles III. The sculptor Martin Jennings called it his smallest work.
The Royal Mint in Wales
Since 1975, The Royal Mint has struck coins only in Llantrisant in South Wales. Queen Elizabeth II had opened the first phase of the site on 17 December 1968.
By its own account, it looks back on a history of more than 1,100 years.
Every year, an independent jury tests the weight and fineness of its coins at Goldsmiths’ Hall in London, during the Trial of the Pyx.
“Steadfast in the eye of the storm.”
This is how The Royal Mint describes its Britannia.
In fine gold.
- fineness 999.9
- 22 mm
- face value 25 pounds
Fineness, diameter and face value per coin as stated by The Royal Mint.
The 1/4 oz Gold Britannia 2026 – Your Compact Gold Treasure with Royal Heritage
- Investment objective: Bullion coin with inflation hedge and wealth preservation, as well as 1/4 oz and compact crisis protection
- Design: The majestic Britannia, equipped with a Corinthian helmet, shield and her iconic trident – the proud personification of the British people
- Material / Fineness: Purest gold with an impressive fineness of 999.9/1,000
- Manufacturer: Struck by the world-renowned Royal Mint – Great Britain's royal mint
- Country of origin: United Kingdom
Experience a piece of British minting artistry in your hands with the Gold Britannia 2026! This exceptional quarter coin combines centuries-old tradition with state-of-the-art minting technology. With a fine weight of exactly 7.78 grams of pure gold, it offers you the perfect entry-level size for your precious metals investment.
A historic year of issue with a royal portrait
The year 2026 marks a special milestone in the history of the Britannia series. As one of the first years of issue featuring the portrait of King Charles III, this coin will undoubtedly mature into a highly sought-after collector's coin. The Royal Mint thereby continues its centuries-old tradition of immortalising British monarchs on its prestigious gold coins.
"Gold is the world's oldest currency – and the Britannia its most worthy ambassador."
Why the 1/4 oz Gold Britannia enriches your portfolio
The compact denomination makes this coin a true all-rounder. Whether as a flexible medium of exchange for uncertain times or as a solid foundation for your retirement provision – the quarter coin offers you maximum flexibility. While paper money can lose its value, gold has maintained its purchasing power for over 6,000 years.
- Tax advantages: After just one year of holding, your gains are completely tax-free
- VAT exemption: Gold enjoys VAT-exempt status in Germany
- Worldwide acceptance: The Britannia is among the most internationally recognised bullion coins
- Highest purity: With a fineness of 999.9/1,000 you receive virtually pure gold
Technical perfection meets timeless elegance
With a diameter of exactly 22 millimetres, the coin sits perfectly in the hand. The high-gloss, polished surface reflects light in that warm golden hue that has fascinated people for millennia. The raised rim and Brilliant Uncirculated quality underline the premium character of this bullion coin.
The Royal Mint, founded in 886, brings over a millennium of experience to every single strike. You can feel this expertise in every detail – from the flawless surface quality to the razor-sharp design.
Your wealth protection in uncertain times
It is precisely in times of economic turbulence that the true value of physical gold becomes apparent. While central banks worldwide are increasing their gold reserves – a clear signal of their waning confidence in fiat currencies – you too can benefit from this proven investment strategy.
- Protection against loss of purchasing power through inflation
- Crisis-proof investment with intrinsic value
- Perfect addition for diversifying your portfolio
- Cross-generational wealth preservation
- High liquidity – convertible into cash at any time
The ideal size for every investor
The quarter coin represents the golden mean. Small enough for regular purchases, large enough for a meaningful investment. With a face value of 25 British pounds, it is legal tender in the United Kingdom – an additional security aspect that makes counterfeiting virtually impossible.
The smaller denomination proves particularly advantageous in times of crisis. It enables more flexible transactions and makes you less dependent on large units of value. A smart move for all those who plan ahead!
"Investing in gold means betting on the permanence that has outlasted every currency crisis."
Secure your own 1/4 oz Gold Britannia 2026 today! With this coin you are acquiring not only 7.78 grams of purest gold, but a piece of British history, packaged in a protective coin capsule. An investment that shines – today, tomorrow and for generations to come.
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