In fine gold, on the smallest United Kingdom coin ever struck

The elegance of Britannia is beautifully suited to this astounding Fortieth-Ounce coin, thesmallest coin to be struck since the forming of the United Kingdom more than 300 years ago, atriumph of The Royal Mint's artistry and craftsmanship. Struck in 999.9 fine gold and perfected bythe gleam of The Royal Mint's Proof finish, this delicate coin is presented in sophisticatedpackaging, which reveals how Britannia has evolved through the ages, while a certificate confirmsthat this is a Limited Edition Presentation of just 9,650.

Britannia has personified Britain for almost 2,000 years, reimagined time and time again on thecoins of the realm, each new portrait a new display of her strengths and those of the nation sherepresents. Jody Clark's latest interpretation is undoubtedly a modern composition, with itselegant lines especially on the three-dimensional globe and dynamic movement in the flowing robesand hair of Britannia, yet he recalls centuries of tradition with some more familiar elements. Thelion, no stranger to the coins of Britain, lies loyal and tamed at Britannia's feet - the pairing adisplay of patriotic strength.

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