2023 1/2 oz British Gold Britannia Coin NGC MS69 (First 500 Struck, King Charles Obverse)
Product Description
The British Gold Britannia stands as one of the world’s most cherished gold coins. Now, you can add a certified coin from this esteemed series to your collection, featuring the new King Charles effigy. Even more exciting, these coins are among the first 500 struck with this new obverse design. Get your 2023 1/2 oz British Gold Britannia Coin today at BGASC.
Highlights:
- Comes inside a protective plastic slab from the NGC!
- 37th coin in the British Gold Britannia Series!
- One of the first 500 struck with King Charles III!
- Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
- The face value of 50 Pound sterling (GBP) is backed by Britain.
- Given a grade of MS69 by the NGC.
- King Charles III is displayed on the obverse.
- Britannia is located on the reverse.
This 2023 1/2 oz British Gold Britannia Coin comes in a protective plastic slab from the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, graded Mint State 69. This high grade indicates a near-perfect specimen with its full, original mint luster intact and no more than two minor imperfections. Significantly, these coins are part of the first 500 struck featuring King Charles III.
Obverse
The obverse of the 2023 1/2 oz British Britannia Coin features King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings. His Majesty is shown in left-profile relief, a notable departure from the depictions of his mother. This is the inaugural year that Queen Elizabeth II does not appear on the coin. Inscriptions read D.G.REX.F.D, 50 POUNDS, MJ, and CHARLES III.
Reverse
The reverse side of the 2023 British Gold Britannia Coin depicts Britannia, a design by Philip Nathan. Britannia is portrayed in a Corinthian helmet, wielding a trident in one hand and holding the Union Jack shield in the other. Inscriptions include BRITANNIA, 2023, 1/2 OZ, and 999.9 FINE GOLD.
History
The British Gold Britannia is the official gold bullion coin of Great Britain, issued annually since 1987. These coins have earned a reputation as some of the most renowned gold bullion coins available. Traditionally, the obverse showcased Queen Elizabeth II, but in 2023 King Charles III was introduced for the first time.
Ordering
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Specifications
Year | 2023 |
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Condition | MS69 |
Grading Service | NGC |
Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Metals Purity | .9999 |
Producer | The Royal Mint |
Thickness | 2.08 mm |
Diameter | 27 mm |
Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated |
Denomination | 50 GBP |
Designer (Obverse) | Martin Jennings |
Designer (Reverse) | Phillip Nathan |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Product Series | British Britannia |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Packaging | NGC Plastic Slab |
Metal Content | .5 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Country | Great Britain |
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