The British Gold Britannia has been produced by the Royal Mint for decades, first appearing in 1987. Known for its reliability, the coin is struck in .9999 fine gold and carries legal tender status in Great Britain. Its strong reputation and consistent demand make it a practical choice for investors. The 2026 coin also offers added protection through MintID packaging and authentication. Right now, 2026 British Britannia 1 oz Gold Coins in MintID cards are available at Provident Metals.
Highlights:
Each 2026 British Britannia 1 oz Gold Coin arrives in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and is sealed in a MintID CertiCard. The card includes AES-128 encryption and an NFC microchip that works with the MintID app, letting you confirm the authenticity of your coin using your mobile device. The Royal Mint also includes its own built-in security features such as motion-texture backgrounds, fine line detailing on the Union Jack, a latent image, and micro-engraved text.
Obverse
The obverse of the 2026 British Britannia Gold Coin shows King Charles III. This design by Martin Jennings, introduced in 2022, presents the monarch in left-profile relief without a crown. Inscriptions include CHARLES III, DG REX FD, and 100 POUNDS.
Reverse
On the reverse of the 2026 Britannia 1 oz Gold Coin is the figure of Britannia. Designed by Philip Nathan, she is depicted standing near the sea with a trident, shield, and olive branch, wearing a Corinthian helmet. Inscriptions read BRITANNIA, 2026, and 1 OZ 999.9 FINE GOLD.
History
To verify your coin, open the MintID app and enable NFC scanning on your device. Follow the instructions provided in the app to complete the process. No personal data is required, making it a simple and secure way to check your coin.
Ordering
If you have questions about gold bullion, Provident Metals is here to help. You can reach our team at 1-800-313-3315, through our web chat, or by email.
When the subtotal of your purchase, including applicable discounts, is $199 or more, you receive free shipping for your entire order. In order to receive free shipping on purchases of $199 or more, you must live within the 50 US states. For orders less than $199, a $9.95 shipping fee applies. All products are discreetly packaged and shipped with full insurance included.
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All orders of $199 or more that are eligible for free shipping are, by default, shipped via a carrier of our choice (USPS or UPS). Depending on the contents and size of your purchase, you may be able to upgrade to a specific carrier during checkout.
For those orders of $999.99 or less, there is no need to sign for your package. However, you may select the option to require a signature at delivery if you want. This can be chosen and paid for at checkout. All orders of $1000 or more require a signature to complete delivery.
Provident is only able to ship to addresses in any of the 50 US states. This includes P.O. boxes and APO addresses.
| Product ID | 6675676 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Mint Mark | Not Shown |
| Purity | .9999 |
| Manufacturer | The Royal Mint |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Diameter | 32.69 mm |
| Inner Pack Qty | 20 |
| Outer Pack Qty | 500 |
| Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated |
| Face Value | 100 GBP |
| Issuing Country | Great Britain |
| Obverse Designer | Martin Jennings |
| Reverse Designer | Phillip Nathan |
| Edge Design | Reeded |
| Series | British Britannia |
| CoA | No |
| Packaging Type | MintID Blister Pack |
| Package Dimensions | 3.5 x 2.5 x 0.3 |
| Metal Weight | 1 Troy Ounce |
| Theme | Britannia |
| Design | Britannia |
| Shipping | Free Shipping on Orders Over $199.00 |