British Silver Britannia 1oz
The U.K.'s flagship silver bullion coin with industry-leading security features.
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First issued in 1997 by The Royal Mint, originally at Britannia silver standard (95.84%). Upgraded to 99.9% in 2013. Coins from 2021 onward include an industry-first combination of latent image, micro-text, surface animation, and tincture lines — making Britannia one of the most counterfeit-resistant silver coins on the market.
Design
Obverse
King Charles III effigy (Queen Elizabeth II prior to 2024).
Reverse
Lady Britannia in various poses; the design varies between years and finishes.
Specifications
| Purity | 99.9% silver (since 2013) |
| Weight | 1 oz pure silver (31.10 g) |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.97 mm |
| Face value | £2 |
| First issued | 1997 |
| Mint | The Royal Mint |
Why investors choose it
Capital Gains Tax-free for UK residents (legal tender), best-in-class anti-counterfeit features, and Royal Mint quality.
