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Set Highlights:
This exceptional set would be a great addition to any coin collection. Add this beautiful 2005 4-coin Proof Gold Britannia set to your cart today!
The Royal Mint Britannia
Britannia is the female personification of Britain, an enduring symbol that has appeared on coinage for centuries. Throughout shifts in art and politics, technology and popular culture, she has reflected the spirit and values of the nation. This release celebrates 350 years of the strong female icon on UK coins and celebrates age, wisdom and experience.
This set provides an easy way to add more quality gold to your collection with one purchase. Each proof gold coin features the iconic image of Britannia, a symbol of Britain's strength that has been used for centuries.
Set Highlights:
- Contains a total of 1.85 oz actual gold weight.
- Includes the following sizes: 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz.
- Comes in the original mint box with a certificate of authenticity.
- Obverse: Features the Ian Rank-Broadley likeness of Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination.
- Reverse: Seated image of Britannia with her shield and trident, surrounded by the gold weight.
- Sovereign coin backed by the British government.
This exceptional set would be a great addition to any coin collection. Add this beautiful 2005 4-coin Proof Gold Britannia set to your cart today!
The Royal Mint Britannia
Britannia is the female personification of Britain, an enduring symbol that has appeared on coinage for centuries. Throughout shifts in art and politics, technology and popular culture, she has reflected the spirit and values of the nation. This release celebrates 350 years of the strong female icon on UK coins and celebrates age, wisdom and experience.
Product Specifications
- Product ID: 15707
- Year: 2005
- Grade: Proof
- Grade Service: None
- Denomination: Varies
- Mint Mark: Not Shown
- Metal Content: 1.85 troy oz
- Purity: .9167
- Thickness: Varies mm
- Diameter: Varies mm
Britannia, the female personification of the British Isles, takes her name from an ancient term for Great Britain and has been a popular figure since the 1st century, when she was first depicted on Roman coinage under the rule of Emperor Hadrian. Illustrated as a goddess, Britannia resembles the Roman figure Boudica. Britannia first appeared on British coins in 1672, when she graced the farthing. She was a firm fixture on coins from this point onwards, appearing on pennies issued under every monarch from 1797 until decimalization, when she was chosen to appear on the 50 pence coin until 2008.
Over the years, the image of Britannia has altered slightly, with her maritime links being emphasized by switching her spear to a trident. Britannia is seen as a symbol of British unity, liberty and strength, meaning she resurfaces during particularly challenging times. Like Columbia in the U.S. and Marianne in France, Britannia becomes more prominent in times of war or when national pride is booming.
In 1987, Britannia’s image graced the new Gold bullion coin minted by the Royal Mint known as the Gold Britannia. These Gold coins have since grown in popularity as an investment and a collector’s piece. Gold Britannias are available in sizes as small as 1/20 oz and as large as 5 oz Gold coins. In 1997, the Royal Mint expanded this design to a Silver bullion coin known as the Silver Britannia. Over time, both the Gold Britannia and Silver Britannia have experienced changes in design and an increase in metal purity, making them major players in the modern coin market.
Over the years, the image of Britannia has altered slightly, with her maritime links being emphasized by switching her spear to a trident. Britannia is seen as a symbol of British unity, liberty and strength, meaning she resurfaces during particularly challenging times. Like Columbia in the U.S. and Marianne in France, Britannia becomes more prominent in times of war or when national pride is booming.
In 1987, Britannia’s image graced the new Gold bullion coin minted by the Royal Mint known as the Gold Britannia. These Gold coins have since grown in popularity as an investment and a collector’s piece. Gold Britannias are available in sizes as small as 1/20 oz and as large as 5 oz Gold coins. In 1997, the Royal Mint expanded this design to a Silver bullion coin known as the Silver Britannia. Over time, both the Gold Britannia and Silver Britannia have experienced changes in design and an increase in metal purity, making them major players in the modern coin market.
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