The British Lion and American Eagle 2025 UK 1/10oz Gold Bullion Coin
- A fractional coin that makes gold ownership more affordable
- Features a reverse design by celebrated US engraver John M. Mercanti
- Two national icons, the British lion and the American eagle, are brought together in one design
- A unique coin that celebrates the enduring relationship between the United Kingdom and United States
- Struck in a tenth of an ounce of 999.9 fine gold
The British lion and American eagle appear together once more on a 2025-dated bullion coin range. Beautifully realised by John M. Mercanti, the reverse design features on all the available editions, including a tenth-ounce gold bullion coin.
The harmonious composition by the former Chief Engraver at the US Mint brings the lion and eagle together to embody the spirit of the United Kingdom and the United States. Representing the shared values and continuing relationship between two countries the icons are seen facing outwards and side by side.
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
The British Lion and American Eagle 2025 UK 1/10oz Gold Bullion Coin
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | £10 |
| Alloy | 999.9 Fine Gold |
| Diameter | 16.50mm |
| Reverse Designer | John Mercanti |
| Obverse Designer | Martin Jennings |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Quality | Bullion |
| Year | 2025 |
| Pure Metal Type | Gold |
| Pure Metal Content | 0.1 Troy Oz |
| Fineness | 999.9 |
| Packaging | Single Coin Capsule |
