Sell Your Gold Britannia Coins for Top Market Value.

Turn your Britannia collection into cash within 24 hours. Expert Arkansas-based valuations and a streamlined, fully secure selling process.

Unique Jewelry Now · Arkansas

Gold Bristannias: CGT-Exempt Legal Tender.

Because Gold Britannias coins carry a face value in British Pounds and hold legal tender status in the United Kingdom, They are classified as British Currency which means they are generally exampt from Capitals Gains Tax (CGT) for UK sellers.

Note: CGT examption applies for UK residents. US resident. US/ Arkansas sellers should consult a tax advisor regarding federal and state reporting requirements. We provide full documentation to support your records.

Close-up of gold Britannia coins showing both the iconic Britannia figure with trident and shield and the monarch's portrait, displayed on a dark professional background to highlight the 24ct gold luster and intricate design details.

Design & Heritage

An Icon of British Numismatic Heritage.

The Gold Britannia coin, first issued by the Royal Mint in 1987, carries one of the world’s most enduring coin designs. The reverse depicts Britannia the female personification of Britain in various interpretations over the decades, each a masterwork of medallic art.

The obverse has evolved through the reigns of Queen Elizabeth II (five distinct portrait versions from Machin to Jody Clark) to King Charles III from 2023 making the full collection a living record of British royal numismatic history.

  • Issued annually since 1987 by the Royal Mint
  • Elizabeth II portraits: 1987–2022 (five distinct designs)
  • Charles III portraits: 2023 onwards new collector era
  • Special editions, proof strikes, and low-mintage years carry premium

Any Condition Accepted

Circulated, Proof, or Single Coins All Welcome.

Gold Britannias sold for their gold content are valued on purity and weight alone. A 1oz Britannia in circulated condition contains exactly 31.1g of 999.9 fine gold — the same as a proof example that has never been touched. We pay the same per-gram rate regardless of surface condition.

For proof, special edition, or low-mintage Britannias, there may be a numismatic collector premium above the gold content rate. We assess these individually and always offer the higher of the two valuations.

  • Bullion-grade circulated Britannias — full gold content rate
  • Proof and special editions — assessed for numismatic premium
  • Single coins welcome — no minimum quantity
  • Large collections — same rate, discounted shipping
  • Pre-2013 (22ct) and post-2013 (24ct) — both bought at correct rate

Simple & Secure

How to Sell Your Britannias

Three steps from your Arkansas address to cash in your account all insured, all tracked, zero obligation.

01

Request

Order your free, insured gold-selling pack using the form at the top of this page. We dispatch it to your Arkansas address within 24 hours no upfront cost, no commitment.

02

Ship Securely

Place your Britannia coins in the padded, protective envelope we send you. Use the pre-paid, tracked, and fully insured label enclosed. Drop at any Post Office keep your receipt.

03

Get Paid

Receive your competitive, written offer within hours of arrival. Accept and receive payment directly to your account within 24 hours. Decline and your coins return free, fully insured.

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Over a decade of gold buying expertise in Arkansas specialising in bullion coins, sovereigns, and precious metals.

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Fully Insured

Every coin insured at full declared value throughout transit. Zero financial risk to you at any stage of the process.

Complete Peace of Mind

Your Coins Are Safe Every Step of the Way.

The idea of posting valuable gold coins can feel unsettling. That’s why we’ve built a process that eliminates every point of risk. Your free selling pack includes a purpose-designed padded coin envelope, a pre-paid insured label, and clear instructions.

From the moment you seal the envelope at your Post Office counter, your Britannias are fully insured at their declared value. Full tracking is available from dispatch to delivery. In the event of any loss in transit, you are covered in full no ifs, no exceptions.

  • Padded, purpose-designed coin envelope provided
  • Pre-paid, tracked, fully insured Royal Mail label
  • Full insurance cover on declared value throughout
  • Proof of postage receipt = your insurance reference
  • Real-time tracking from your Post Office to our address

Your Coins Are Safe Every Step of the Way.

Still have questions? Call our Arkansas team at 501-859-1282 — we’re happy to discuss your collection before you send a single coin.

For UK residents, Gold Britannias are considered legal tender in British Pounds and are therefore generally exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) under HMRC rules — as you cannot make a taxable gain on your own currency. This makes them a highly tax-efficient investment compared to gold bars or foreign bullion coins. US/Arkansas sellers should consult a tax advisor regarding IRS reporting requirements for precious metals. We supply full transaction documentation to support your records.
Britannias minted before 2013 are 22 carats (916.7 fine gold — the same purity as British Gold Sovereigns). From 2013 onwards, the Royal Mint upgraded Britannias to 999.9 fine (24 carat) gold, making them among the purest bullion coins available. The 24ct version also introduced advanced security features: a latent image of Britannia, micro-text on the milled edge, and surface security patterns. Both versions are purchased at their respective gold content rates.
Yes for certain issues. Proof Britannias, special edition designs, first-year coins (1987), and particularly low-mintage years can attract numismatic collector premiums significantly above their gold content value. We always assess the potential numismatic value alongside the gold content rate and offer the higher of the two. If you have coins you believe may be rarities, tell us we’ll research before making your offer.
 
The base valuation formula is: troy ounce weight × gold purity (999.9 for post-2013 / 916.7 for pre-2013) × live LBMA spot price on day of assessment. We send you a full written breakdown of every figure used. For proof or rare editions, we add a numismatic assessment on top. You can verify the gold spot price independently at any time we apply it without adjustment.
We buy single coins and large collections — there is no minimum quantity. A single 1oz Gold Britannia is worth over $2,900 in gold content at current prices. Whether you have one coin from an anniversary gift or a lifetime’s collection of annual issues, we apply the same competitive rate and the same full-service process to every sale.
 
Yes — completely free. The padded envelope, the pre-paid label, the transit insurance, and the return shipping if you decline our offer are all provided at our expense. There is no cost to you at any stage of the process. The only thing you need to do is drop the sealed envelope at a Post Office and keep your proof of postage receipt.
Decline for any reason — no explanation needed. Every coin returns to you fully insured and tracked at our cost, usually within 2–3 business days. There is no fee, no deduction, and no pressure. Our aim is to make you an offer you’re genuinely satisfied with.
Yes — walk in to Unique Jewelry Now at 6000 W Markham St, Little Rock AR 72205 for an immediate in-person valuation. We’ll assess your Britannias on the spot and make an instant cash offer at the same market-leading rates. No appointment needed  call 501-859-1282 to confirm our availability before travelling.