2017 Gold Proof Britannia Six Coin Set
The Royal Mint's 2017 gold proof Britannias mark the 30th anniversary of the first issue of The Royal Mint's flagship bullion coin. Although mostly sold in bullion form to precious metal investors, the Britannia is available in proof editions for coin collectors, with this product being the six-coin gold proof collection. The reverse design for the proof coin differs from the bullion edition, enhancing the coin's collectability. Designed by British art student Louis Tamlyn, it shows an outline of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, with a Union Jack in the background. The helmeted Britannia is seen combined with Great Britain to form her figure, and she is holding her trident and shield. On the obverse, the fifth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II is seen, which was designed by the renowned Royal Mint engraver, Jody Clark. Six gold proof coins make up this set: a 1oz, a 1/2oz, a 1/4oz, a 1/10oz, a 1/20oz and a 1/40oz, giving a combined fine gold weight of 1.925 troy ounces. In contrast to earlier editions of the Britannia, these coins are struck using 0.9999 fine gold. During the production process, the Britannias are struck several times using highly polished dies, giving the coins a sharp, mirrored finish. Included with the varnished wooden presentation box are protective coin capsules and a numbered certificate of authenticity. This proof Britannia set has a limited edition presentation of just 250 sets. Exempt for capital gains tax and VAT for UK residents, with the added bonus of free UK delivery with The Britannia Coin Company. System.Threading.Tasks.Task`1[System.String]