Gold Britannia Coins FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Gold Britannia coins are popular with numismatists and investors alike. We frequently receive questions about these popular coins, so have prepared this page of gold Britannia coins FAQs with answers, which we hope helps you with your research.

What are the cheapest Britannia gold coins?

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How do I sell Britannia gold coins?

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Are gold Britannias legal tender?

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Are gold Britannias a good investment?

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Gold Britannia vs Sovereign

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Was Britannia on Roman coins?

Britannia has actually appeared on Roman coins since 119 AD. The practice of using the persona of an authoritative female to portray a nation has existed for hundreds of years. When the Romans invaded Britain, they used the depiction of Britannia to signify the colonised country on their coins.

Can you get Platinum Britannia coins?

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Should I buy old or new Britannia coins?

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What is the value of Britannia gold coins?

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Which years does Britannia face left?

There is no pattern to which way Britannia faces on the reverse of UK coins and this adds to the collectability. Examples of Britannia facing to the left include the 2001 ‘Una & The Lion’ Britannia and the 2005 Philip Nathan designed coin which features a seated Britannia.

Who is Britannia on the coins?

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What are Britannia gold coins?

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How to buy gold Britannia coins?

The best place to buy Gold Britannias is directly from a reputable bullion dealer. Most will have online stores where Britannias can be bought with a variety of payment methods and delivery is usually free, insured, and quick. These sites usually feature live pricing which updates with the spot price every 60 seconds. Bullion dealers should be members of the BNTA to ensure trustworthiness.

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