Pre-Owned 2005 UK Proof Britannia 4 Gold Coin Set
The Pre-Owned 2005 UK Proof Britannia 4 Gold Coin Set contains the 1oz, 1/2oz, 1/4oz, and 1/10oz 2005 gold Britannia coins. All the coins feature on the reverse side Philip Nathan's classic depiction of Britannia as the personification of Britain. The obverse features the regal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broardley. This is a limited-edition collection as only 750 of these collections were created for worldwide distribution in 2000. - The coins weigh 34.050g, 17.025g, 8.513g, and 3.412. these coins are struck in 22ct gold. - Minted by The Royal Mint in Llantrisant, South Wales. - Limited Edition of 750 worldwide - VAT Free and Capital Gains Tax Exempt. - Each coin is struck to a Proof finish. Britannia gold coins are British bullion coins issued by the Royal Mint since 1987. Up until 2013 Britannia gold coins were produced in 22ct (0.917) the non-gold component being copper until 1989 and silver from 1990. Only the Royal Mint has the trademark to produce genuine Britannia coins. Britannia is the feminine personification of Britain, she is renowned for her beauty and symbolises Britain's strength and integrity, and is an enduring icon that has been used in the UK for over 2,000 years.