The 2018 1oz Silver Britannia coins combines pure silver with an iconic design that's recognised around the globe. Struck from .999 pure silver, Britannia bullion coins are among the British Royal Mint's most popular products. Ideal for investors and an essential addition to any serious collection, the 2018 1oz Silver Britannia can be ordered from coininvest.com now.
Britannia is one of the most enduring symbols of Great Britain. She first appeared on the realm's coins around AD 119 during the time of the Roman Emperor Hadrian when the British Isles were claimed as the province of Britannia. Since then, her image has graced coinage issued during the reign of Charles II in 1672.
Gold Britannia coins were added to The Royal Mint’s Bullion portfolio in 1987 and were an instant success. Silver Britannia coins were introduced in 1997 with the same design features as their gold counterparts. The 2018 1oz Silver Britannia features Philip Nathan's classic reverse design; the artist depicted Britannia in classical gown, hair windswept and holding her famous shield and olive branch. Waves lap at her feet, referencing Britannia's strong maritime links. Since 2017, Britannia coins also feature a radiating sunburst style background that acts as an extra measure against fraud and counterfeit.
The Britannia is one of the Royal Mint's flagship coins and its valued for its beauty and workmanship. Its weight and quality is verified at the annual Trial of the Pyx, an ancient ritual that ensures that newly minted coins conform to standards. Collectors of Royal Mint bullion coins won't want to miss the 1oz 2018 Silver Britannia while investors are assured of a beautiful coin that will retain its value and is always in demand. Plus, thanks to their legal tender status, all 2018 1oz Silver Britannia coins are exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT).