Britannia 2024 1/4oz Gold Bullion Coin in Blister
Bullion | 999.9 Fine Gold
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- Britannia’s shield bears the Union flag accented with tincture lines
- A latent image changes from a padlock to Britannia’s famous trident
- Surface animation brings the background of sparkling waves to life
- The micro-text provides the coin with decoration and protection
- Presented in Britannia-branded blister packaging
Britannia is one of Britain’s most long-standing symbols, evolving from the time of Roman rule to become a representation of a modern, forward-looking nation. For 2024, this Britannia bullion coin blends Philip Nathan’s classical design of Britannia with innovative features to redefine security in the bullion market as one of the most visually secure coins in the world. Security features, such as the micro-text ‘DECUS ET TUTAMEN’ that borders the design and translates as ‘An ornament and a safeguard’, enhance Britannia’s strength and beauty in the design. In the lower left-hand part of the design, below Britannia’s flowing gown, a latent design features a trident to represent her nautical history and as the viewer changes their perspective, the trident becomes a padlock, emphasising the coin’s high level of security. Using a technique called hexurity, the background reflects the movement of waves by incorporating surface animation, and tincture lines highlight fine details such as the Union flag on Britannia’s shield.
These features are also available on the one kilo and one ounce fine silver editions, one ounce, half-ounce and tenth-ounce fine gold editions, and one ounce and tenth-ounce fine platinum editions of the coin.
How are bullion prices calculated?
The 'buy' and 'sell' prices shown on the website represent the market value of raw vaulted metal in an 'unallocated' form. This is the standard way prices are quoted throughout the bullion industry. In order for The Royal Mint to deliver beautifully crafted precious metals products to your address, or to our vault, a number of processes must take place, all of which incur a cost. These processes include transportation, refining, minting, quality checking and merchandising.
The price at which The Royal Mint is able to sell bullion products to consumers is therefore made up of the 'spot price' (the buy price) plus an additional premium. The premium accounts for the costs incurred in manufacturing a particular product and is usually either a percentage of the buy price or a fixed monetary amount. In short, manufactured bullion products always sell at a premium to enable retailers and manufacturers to cover their costs.
Can I spend/pay using my bullion coins?
All UK coins, whether circulating or non-circulating, are authorised as “legal tender” by Royal Proclamation, in accordance with the Coinage Act of 1971.
Legal tender allows UK coins to be accepted for payment of debts in court – but, only circulating legal tender coins are designed to be spent and traded at businesses and banks. The Royal Mint creates commemorative and bullion coin series to celebrate key moments or individuals, and these are treasured for their collectable and aesthetic value, or purchased for investment opportunities. However, these non-circulating, commemorative and bullion coins are limited edition and will not enter general circulation – meaning banks and businesses are not required to accept them.
For more information on legal tender guidelines see: www.royalmint.com/aboutus/policies-and-guidelines/legal-tender-guidelines
Specification
Britannia 2024 1/4oz Gold Bullion Coin in Blister
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | £25 |
| Alloy | 999.9 Fine Gold |
| Diameter | 22.00mm |
| Reverse Designer | Philip Nathan |
| Obverse Designer | Martin Jennings |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Quality | Bullion |
| Year | 2024 |
| Pure Metal Type | Gold |
| Pure Metal Content | 0.25 Troy Oz |
| Fineness | 999.9 |
| Packaging | Secure Blister Pack |
| Security Features | Micro-text | Latent image | Tincture lines | Surface animation |
