1989 Gold Britannia Coin 1oz

The 1989 Britannia 1oz is a British gold coin, minted by the Royal Mint. The weight of the coin is 34.05 grams with a fineness of 916.7 (22 carat gold), this means it contains 31.10348 grams of pure gold. The diameter of the coin is 32.60mm. The 1oz Britannias have a face value of 100 Pounds and are legal tender in the UK.

Gold Britannias are the most popular one ounce gold coin for larger UK based private investors, as they are Capital Gains Tax Free (CGT Exempt).

A British bullion gold coin first introduced in 1987 with a face value of £100.00, making it the highest denomination coin of the realm. This coin contains one troy ounce (31.10 grams) of fine gold and like all Royal Mint gold coins of this period, the 1989 1oz gold Britannia is struck in 22ct gold.

First introduced in 1987, the gold Britannia is the Royal Mint's flagship bullion coin and one of the most widely recognised gold coins in the world. The series draws on centuries of British coinage tradition, with the figure of Britannia serving as an enduring national symbol. Its combination of .9999 fine gold, iconic design, and strong global recognition makes it a staple choice in the bullion market.