2019-11-22 Fri

The 2 pound Britannia silver coin is the largest and purest UK legal tender coin. The Britannia is a stunning British bullion coin issued by The Royal Mint since 1997. Starting in the year 2013 and onward, the Silver Britannia is produced with .999 fine silver.

As the Roman Empire expanded, conquered provinces were personified with female figures; a means to establish order and create a sense of unity. The Roman army eventually crossed the channel to reach British shores. Britannia first appeared on the coins of Emperor Hadrian over 2,000 years ago.

Restored to British coinage in 1672 during the reign of Charles II, she’s appeared on the coins of every subsequent monarch. Instantly recognizable all over the world, Britannia resonates with international investors, a trusted symbol of the quality of British minting.

The Royal Mint presents the Britannia coin featuring Philip Nathan’s classic design. The coin depicts Britannia – the Female Personification of Britain, standing firm in the eye of the storm with unyielding resolve. Since it was chosen to adorn the very first Britannia bullion coin in 1987, it has been acclaimed as a modern masterpiece.

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