2023 1oz Britannia Gold Coin with Queen Elizabeth 

Product Overview

The 2023 1 oz British Gold Britannia Coin (Queen Elizabeth II edition) is a distinguished bullion release from The Royal Mint, struck in 99.99% pure gold and containing one troy ounce (31.1 g) of gold. This edition bears the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, making it especially significant as the final Britannia bullion coin to feature her portrait. 

With its iconic Britannia reverse design and enhanced security features, this coin appeals strongly to both investors and collectors.

Key Features & Benefits

1 troy ounce of 99.99% fine gold – investment‑grade bullion purity. 

Final Britannia edition featuring Queen Elizabeth II – adds historical and collectible appeal.

Legal tender of the United Kingdom – backed by The Royal Mint and UK government.

Advanced security features – modern anti‑counterfeit design including latent image, micro‑text, surface animation.

Globally recognised bullion coin – high liquidity and trusted brand.

Design & Craftsmanship

Reverse – The reverse features the classical personification of Britannia, holding a trident and shield, designed by Philip Nathan. This edition includes a latent image that shifts from a padlock to Britannia’s trident, micro‑text around the design reading “DECUS ET TUTAMEN” (“An ornament and a safeguard”), tincture lines on the Union flag shield, and surface animation of wave patterns. 

Obverse – The obverse displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark (fifth generation portrait), with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 100 POUNDS” indicating its face value of £100. 

Authentication & Specifications

Weight – 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams)

Fineness / Purity – 99.99% gold (24 carat) 

Diameter – 32.69 mm 

Face Value – £100 (United Kingdom)

Mint – The Royal Mint (United Kingdom)

Finish – Bullion grade, single‑coin capsule/loose for multiples depending on purchase

Packaging – Typically supplied loose or in 10‑coin tubes or 100‑coin boxes for bulk orders. 

Packaging & Availability

As this is the final edition bearing the Queen’s portrait, demand may increase among collectors, which may impact availability and premium.