1990 Half Ounce Gold Britannia Coin

1990 Half Ounce Gold Britannia Coin. This bullion coin is struck from 22 carat gold and as British legal tender it is exempt from VAT.

This dated coin is a perfect gift for anniversaries or birthdays.

This coin comes loose and you can add a 28mm capsule to your order in the basket.

Gold Britannias

Gold Britannia coins were first issued in 1987 as a British alternative to popular bullion coins such as Krugerrands and Maples. In one ounce, half ounce, quarter ounce, and tenth ounce sizes, the new Britannia bullion coins had a face value of £100, £50, £25, and £10 each respectively.

Obverse

The obverse features the third definitive UK coin portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. It was designed by Raphael Maklouf.

The text reads:

ELIZABETH II · DEI · GRATIA · REGINA · F · D · 50 POUNDS ·

Reverse

The reverse bears the iconic 'standing Britannia' design, by Philip Nathan. The text reads:

1990 BRITANNIA 1/2 OUNCE FINE GOLD

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£1,131.78
Product ID	12778
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Diameter	27mm
Weight/Size	0.5 Ounce
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	0.5000
Fineness/Carat	0.917 / 22
Date	1990
Obverse Designer	Raphael Maklouf
Reverse Designer	Philip Nathan
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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Delivery Option	Est. Delivery Time
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Special Delivery	Next day (1 working day)

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