1/4 troy ounce silver coin Britannia 2024
1/4 troy ounce silver coin Britannia 2024
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The ¼ troy ounce silver Britannia coins are minted by The Royal Mint and each contain 7,77 grams of 99,9% fine silver. The ¼ troy ounce silver Britannia coins are a relatively inexpensive way to invest in small denominations of silver. The coins are sold per 19 in a tube; a full sample box contains 380 coins, or 20 tubes.
Specifications
Physical properties
Net weight
The net weight is determined by multiplying the gross weight with with the purity. |
1/4 troy ounce |
Purity and metal type | 99,9% | Silver |
Origin
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Mint | Royal Mint |
Year of issue | 2024 |
Price properties
Selling price | € 11,10 |
Metal worth | € 7,25 |
Price per gram
The price per gram is determined by dividing the sales price by the net weight. |
€ 1,44 |
Premium
The premium is determined by substracting the metal worth from the sales price. |
€ 3,85 |
Investment score | B-label |
VAT-rate | Margin taxation |
Other specifications
Buyback guarantee applicable | Yes - 107% |
Pick up possible | Yes |
Storage possible | Yes |
Availability | In stock |
Information
1/4 troy ounce silver Britannia coin 2024
The 1/4 troy ounce silver Britannia coins are minted by The Royal Mint and each contain 7.77 grams of 99.9% pure silver.In 1987, sculptor Philip Nathan created an iconic incarnation of Britannia for a new bullion coin from The Royal Mint. The design is both bold and beautiful, presented with specifically chosen symbols that represent and reflect the nation. The design shows a shield for protection, an olive branch for peace and a trident to represent seafaring.
The 1/4 troy ounce silver Britannia coin has a face value of 50 cents in its country of origin. The coin has a diameter of 22 millimeters and is sold per 19 pieces in a tube. A full sample box contains 380 coins, or 20 tubes.
Design of the 1/4 troy ounce silver Britannia coin
Obverse
The obverse depicts Lady Britannia. Around the design are various inscriptions such as 1oz - the weight of the coin, 999 - the grade of the coin, FINE SILVER - the precious metal grade, BRITANNIA - the name of the coin and 2024 - the year of issue. Also, the obverse contains four security features.
Reverse
The reverse shows the effigy of King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings. Around it are the inscriptions 50 PENCE - the face value of the coin, CHARLES III - the name of the king and D. G. REX F. D. - the Latin abbreviation for "in God's grace, king."
Security features on Britannia coins
Several security features have been added on the Britannia coins to make counterfeiting even more difficult. The coin includes the following security features:- Radial lines in the background of the design
- The microtext that frames the design reading "DECUS ET TUTAMEN," which translates as "an ornament and a security"
- The trident that turns into a padlock when the viewer changes their perspective on the coin
- Tincture lines within the stripes of the Union Jack
Featured
- Contains ¼ troy ounce (7,77 grams) of 99,9% fine silver
- Relatively inexpensive way to invest in small denominations of silver
- Contains four security features to make counterfeiting the coin more difficult
- Sold per 19 pieces in a tube, full sample box contains 380 coins
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The Royal Mint is the official mint of the United Kingdom and boasts a rich history spanning over 1,100 years. Throughout these centuries, the mint has served the United Kingdom during times of war, political upheaval, and social and economic progress. The Royal Mint is renowned for its innovation and is considered a true leader in the world of coinage.
Given the significant role the Royal Mint has played, there is a Royal Mint Museum located within the mint itself in Llantrisant, South Wales. The museum showcases the fascinating history of the Royal Mint and many of the coins it has produced, including experimental coins, artworks, and tools. The quality of the Royal Mint's coins is exceptional, thanks to the innovative production techniques and technologies employed in their minting process.