The 2018 Britannia 1oz is a British gold coin, minted by the Royal Mint. The weight of the coin is 31.21 grams with a fineness of 999.9 (24 carat gold), this means it contains 31.10348 grams of pure gold. The diameter of the coin is 32.69 mm. The 1oz Britannias have a face value of 100 Pounds and are legal tender in the UK.
Britannia gold coins represent the very best of British minting tradition, combining centuries of coinage heritage with the exacting standards of the modern Royal Mint. First issued in 1987, the series has grown into one of the most celebrated bullion coin programmes in the world, admired by investors and collectors alike for its artistry and consistency. As a result, the Britannia gold coin has become a staple of the global precious metals market, trusted for its purity, liquidity, and enduring iconic appeal.
Obverse: The obverse of the Queen Elizabeth II 2018 Britannia 1oz Gold Coin features the fifth head portrait, designed by Jody Clark. This effigy of Queen Elizabeth II shows her profile facing right, wearing the diamond crown. It is the fifth official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II to be used on coins minted by the Royal Mint. The sculptor's initials, 'J.C', are visible at the bottom of the head.
The inscription on the coin reads 'ELIZABETH II.D.G.REG.F.D'.
Reverse: The reverse of the 2018 1oz Gold Britannia features the classic figure of Lady Britannia, designed by Philip Nathan, with the text 'NATHAN' at the bottom of the coin.