2026 Silver Britannia 1/4oz Coin – Royal Mint (.999 Fine Silver)
The 2026 1/4oz Silver Britannia, struck in .999 fine silver by The Royal Mint, offers collectors and investors a smaller, more affordable way to own one of Britain’s most iconic bullion coins. Exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) for UK investors.
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Overview
Since its introduction in 1997, the Silver Britannia has been celebrated as one of the world’s leading bullion coins. The 2026 edition continues this legacy, now available in the convenient 1/4oz size. Britannia’s timeless design symbolises Britain’s strength and maritime heritage.
Design
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Obverse: Portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Martin Jennings.
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Reverse: Britannia by Philip Nathan, enhanced with security features: latent image, micro text, surface animation, and tincture lines.
Investment Value
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More affordable entry point into silver bullion investment.
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CGT exempt for UK investors.
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Globally recognised and trusted coin.
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Backed by The Royal Mint with guaranteed weight and purity.
Why Buy from Bleyer Bullion?
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Independent, family-run bullion specialists based in Devon.
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Competitive premiums and a trusted, personal service.
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Secure UK delivery and storage options.
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Over a decade of supporting UK investors and collectors.
Specification
Detail
Year
2026
Country
United Kingdom
Manufacturer
The Royal Mint
Weight
¼ troy ounce (7.78g)
Purity
.999 Fine Silver
Diameter
~22.0 mm
Face Value
50p GBP
Obverse Designer
Martin Jennings
Reverse Designer
Philip Nathan
Tax Status
CGT Exempt (UK)
| SKU | AG-UK-BRIT-1/4OZ-5 |
| Metal | Silver |
| Type | Coin |
| Condition | New |
| Fine weight | 7.7800g / 0.2501 troy oz |
| Fineness | 999.0 (0.999) |
| VAT | VAT Free (investment gold) |
| CGT | CGT may apply |