Obverse. Photo © Royal Mint
  • 1 Pound 2025, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Britannia
  • 1 Pound 2025, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Britannia
  • 1 Pound 2025, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Britannia
  • 1 Pound 2025, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Britannia, Six-coin Silver Proof Set
Description

Britannia coins are British bullion coins issued by the Royal Mint in gold since 1987, in silver since 1997, and in platinum since 2018. The coin patterns feature various depictions of Britannia, a feminine personification of the United Kingdom.

Obverse

Depicts King Charles III’s effigy, surrounded by the Latin inscription. Engraver's initials on the neck.

CHARLES III DEI GRATIA REX FIDEI DEFENSOR means King Charles III, by the Grace of God King, Defender of the Faith.

Engraver: Martin Jennings (MJ)

•CHARLES III•D•G•REX•F•D•1 POUND•2025
MJ

Reverse

Depicts the classic Britannia figure, a powerful female personification of the nation. She is depicted standing confidently, holding a trident in her right hand and a shield with the Union Jack design in her left. Her flowing robes add a sense of movement, and she wears a Corinthian-style helmet adorned with a plume. The background features a detailed depiction of the sea, symbolizing Britain’s naval prowess, with stylized waves and an intricate sunburst effect behind Britannia, adding depth and radiance to the design.

For over 2,000 years, Britannia has served as an allegorical representation of the British people, first appearing on coins as a seated figure during Emperor Hadrian’s reign. The Romans portrayed Britain as a powerful female figure, reminiscent of the Celtic Queen Boadicea (circa 60–61 AD), a symbol that has endured through the centuries.

Engraver: Bradley Morgan Johnson (BMJ)

BRITANNIA
BMJ
1/2 OZ 999 FINE SILVER 2025

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.999
Weight 15.71 g
Diameter 27 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Mint

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