Gold · United Kingdom

Britannia 1oz Gold

The UK's premier modern bullion coin: 24-carat (.9999 fine) gold, exactly one troy ounce. Legal tender, CGT-free in the UK. Iconic Britannia design refreshed annually.

Live spot value £—
With typical UK dealer premium (+4%) £—

Spot calculated from 31.1035g of pure gold × the live per-gram GBP price. Dealer prices vary; treat this as an indicative reference.

Specifications

Metal
Gold
Purity
999.9/1000 (100.0%)
Fine weight
31.1035 g · 1.0000 oz t
Gross weight
31.1035 g · 1.0000 oz t
Diameter
32.69 mm
Thickness
2.79 mm
Mint
The Royal Mint
Country
United Kingdom
First minted
1987
Face value
£100
Typical UK premium
~4% over spot

FAQ — Britannia 1oz Gold

How much is a Britannia 1oz Gold worth today?

The Britannia 1oz Gold contains 31.1035g of fine gold. Its spot value is the current per-gram gold price in GBP (shown on the dashboard) multiplied by 31.1035. UK dealers typically charge a premium of around 4% above spot when selling.

What is the purity?

999.9/1000 — 100.0% pure gold.

Where can I buy one?

Any regulated UK bullion dealer will stock the Britannia 1oz Gold. Compare quotes between several dealers and check whether the price includes VAT (silver, platinum and palladium attract 20% VAT for investment in the UK; investment gold is VAT-exempt).