The image of Britannia first appeared on coinage circulating on the British Isles during the reign of the Roman emperor Hadrian more than 2,000 years ago. Since 1672, every monarch in Britain following Charles II has issued coinage with an image of Britannia. 

Coin Highlights:

• Individual coins ship in plastic flips, multiples of 5 – 10 ship in tubes.
• 2nd annual issue of the British Platinum Britannia coin!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9995 pure platinum in BU condition.
• Bears a face value of 100 (GBP) backed by the government of Great Britain.
• On the obverse is Queen Elizabeth II.
• The reverse features the image of Britannia from Philip Nathan.

Each of these 2019 1 oz British Platinum Britannia Coins is available to you for purchase in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. These BU coins are available to you individually in protective capsules, in groups of 10 with mint tubes, and multiples of 100 coins in Monster Boxes that contain 10 tubes of 10 coins.

The Platinum Britannia is the latest addition to the Britannia Series from the Royal Mint of England. The first of these coins was the Gold Britannia introduced in 1987, with the Silver Britannia debuting a decade later in 1997. 2018 marked the debut of the Platinum Britannia and these 2019 Platinum Britannias mark the second issue of the popular new version of the coin.

On the reverse of the 2019 1 oz British Platinum Britannia Coin is the design of Britannia created by Philip Nathan in 1987 for the gold version of the coin. Britannia’s image is one of unity and strength for the British people. She first appeared on coins during the reign of Hadrian following the Roman Empire’s successful conquest of the British Isles 2,000 years ago.

As the Romans conquered provinces throughout Europe, female personifications were assigned to those regions to promote unity within the empire and make identification of regions easier. By 1672 and the reign of King Charles II of England, the image of Britannia had returned to British coins and remains there to this day on these bullion platinum coins.

The obverse of 2019 1 oz British Platinum Britannia Coins includes the right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This is the fifth-generation design from Jody Clark and debuted on Royal Mint coins starting in 2016.

When the ancient Romans raided the shores of the British Isles, they christened the territory Britannia – personifying the territory and its fierce people as a female warrior. Created as a symbol of strength, Britannia has stood as the embodiment of the nation’s ideals and enduring spirit for over 2,000 years.

The 1 oz Silver Britannia Coin is the perfect blend of history, artistry, and investment versatility. Add this iconic beauty to your collection today!

Highlights

• Contains 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver with a face value of 2 pounds.
• Real-time prices are locked in at the time of the order.
• Fast, free, and discreet shipping in flips or monster boxes.

Obverse

The obverse showcases mint engraver Jody Clark’s right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This is the fifth portrait of Her Majesty to grace UK coinage during her long reign as a British monarch. “ELIZABETH II” is inscribed, along with the coin’s denomination of 2 pounds.

Reverse

The reverse is to be determined when the Royal Mint unveils the 2020 design. Inscriptions include “BRITANNIA” and the coin’s weight, purity, and year of issue.

About The Royal Mint

Each Silver Britannia coin was produced at The Royal Mint, the world’s oldest and most renowned mint. The Royal Mint has held a tradition of craftsmanship, heritage, and artistry for over 1,100 years. Today the Royal Mint remains the industry-leading manufacturer of currency, coinage, bullion, and medals in the world.