2015 Great Britain Britannia .9999 Gold Proof 6 Coin Set ( 1/40, 1/20, 1/10, 1/4, 1/2, 1 oz)
This 6-coin gold proof Britannia set is a highly collectible and limited-edition offering from the Royal Mint, appealing to both numismatists and investors. Here’s a summary of its key features: ### **Key Details** 1. **Composition and Weight**: - Each coin is struck in 24-carat gold (pure gold, .9999 fineness). - The total gold content across the set is **1.925 troy ounces**. 2. **Coins in the Set**: - **1 oz (£100)** Gold Proof Britannia - **1/2 oz (£50)** Gold Proof Britannia - **1/4 oz (£25)** Gold Proof Britannia - **1/10 oz (£10)** Gold Proof Britannia - **1/20 oz (£1)** Gold Proof Britannia - **1/40 oz (50p)** Gold Proof Britannia 3. **Limited Mintage**: - Only **250 sets** were issued. 4. **Presentation**: - Each coin is encapsulated for protection. - The set is housed in an elegant presentation box. - Includes a **numbered certificate of authenticity** from the Royal Mint. 5. **Legal Tender**: - These coins are legal tender in pound sterling. ### **Design Information** 1. **Obverse**: - Features Jody Clark's portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. - The inscription reads: **ELIZABETH II D G REG FID DEF** (Latin for "Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith"). - The denomination of each coin is displayed at the bottom. 2. **Reverse**: - Designed by Andy Dufort. - Depicts Britannia, the symbolic personification of Britain, wearing a helmet and holding a trident and shield. - A sailing ship is visible in the background, adding depth and historical significance. ### **Historical Context** - First introduced in **1987**. - Initially offered as 4-coin sets, expanded to **5-coin sets** starting in 2013. - Mintage numbers have been notably low since 1990, increasing their desirability among collectors. *Please note that the certificate numbers for this product will be selected randomly for dispatch. We are unable to accommodate requests for specific numbers.*