2026 Gold Britannia 1/4oz Coin – Royal Mint (.9999 Fine Gold)
The 2026 1/4oz Gold Britannia, struck in .9999 fine gold by The Royal Mint, offers investors a smaller but highly liquid way to own Britain’s flagship bullion coin. CGT exempt for UK investors and VAT-free, it’s an accessible piece of Britain’s most trusted investment coin.
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Overview
Since its introduction in 1987, the Gold Britannia has become the UK’s best-known bullion coin. The 2026 edition carries forward this legacy with Philip Nathan’s timeless Britannia design — a powerful symbol of Britain’s maritime strength and national heritage.
Design
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Obverse: His Majesty King Charles III by Martin Jennings.
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Reverse: Britannia by Philip Nathan, featuring enhanced security: latent image, micro text, surface animation, and tincture lines.
Investment Value
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Recognised globally, highly liquid.
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VAT-free and CGT exempt for UK investors.
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Affordable entry into gold investment at a quarter-ounce size.
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Backed by The Royal Mint with guaranteed purity and weight.
Why Buy from Bleyer Bullion?
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Independent, family-run bullion specialists in Devon.
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Competitive premiums and personal, trusted service.
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Secure UK delivery and storage options.
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Over 10 years supporting UK investors and collectors.
Specification
Detail
Year
2026
Country
United Kingdom
Manufacturer
The Royal Mint
Weight
1/4oz troy ounce (7.78g)
Purity
.9999 Fine Gold
Diameter
22.0 mm
Face Value
£25 GBP
Obverse Designer
Martin Jennings
Reverse Designer
Philip Nathan
Tax Status
VAT Free, CGT Exempt (UK)
| SKU | AU-UK-BRIT-1/4OZ-4 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Type | Coin |
| Condition | New |
| Fine weight | 7.7700g / 0.2498 troy oz |
| Fineness | 1,000.0 (0.9999999) |
| VAT | VAT Free (investment gold) |
| CGT | CGT exempt (UK legal tender) |
