Product Description
Specifications
2022 1/2oz Britannia Gold Coin
Product Overview
The 2022 1/2oz Britannia Gold Coin from the Royal Mint offers a perfect blend of classical design, high gold purity, and advanced security features in a practical fractional size. Struck from 99.99% pure gold, this 1/2 troy ounce coin (15.55 grams) is ideal for investors seeking flexible entry into gold ownership or collectors who value innovation and traditional artistry.
As part of the Royal Mint’s acclaimed Britannia series, the 2022 edition carries over the state-of-the-art visual security enhancements first introduced in 2021, making it one of the most secure bullion coins available today. Backed by the UK government as legal tender, the 1/2oz Britannia Gold Coin is a globally recognised and highly liquid asset.
Key Features & Benefits
1/2 Troy Ounce (15.55g) of 99.99% Pure Gold – A versatile size for trading, gifting, or investing.
Trusted UK Legal Tender – Backed by the British government with a £50 face value.
Advanced Security Features – Latent imagery, wave-pattern fields, micro-text, and radial lines.
Timeless Britannia Imagery – Symbolising British strength and heritage.
Struck by the Royal Mint – One of the world's oldest and most respected mints.
Design & Craftsmanship
Obverse – Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark, along with the coin’s denomination and inscriptions: “ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 50 POUNDS.”
Reverse – Designed by Philip Nathan, showcasing Britannia, the iconic female warrior figure with trident, shield, and Corinthian helmet, standing proudly against the wind. The 2022 edition includes:
Latent Image – A visual that shifts between a trident and padlock, verifying authenticity.
Surface Animation – Creates motion in the background, representing ocean waves.
Micro-Engraved Text – Extremely small lettering reading “DECUS ET TUTAMEN” (An ornament and a safeguard).
Tincture Lines – Fine detailing on Britannia’s shield, providing contrast and depth.
These features make the 2022 Britannia Gold Coin both visually striking and incredibly secure against counterfeiting.
Authentication & Specifications
Metal – 99.99% Fine Gold (24 karat)
Weight – 1/2 Troy Ounce (15.55 grams)
Diameter – 27 mm
Thickness – 1.8 mm
Face Value – £50 GBP
Year – 2022
Mint – The Royal Mint (United Kingdom)
Security Features – Latent image, surface animation, radial lines, and micro-text
Packaging & Availability
The 2022 1/2oz Britannia Gold Coin is supplied in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition and packaged in a protective plastic capsule or flip. Larger quantities may be available in Royal Mint-sealed tubes. This fractional format offers flexibility for investors and collectors alike, allowing for diversification and incremental investment.
Looking for additional sizes? Browse our gold coin collection for options including 1oz, 1/4oz, and 1/10oz coins.
Why Choose the Britannia Series?
Renowned for its balance of beauty, security, and investment-grade quality, the Britannia Gold Coin series has been a favourite of global investors since 1987. The modern security features introduced in recent years elevate its profile even further, providing peace of mind for those buying physical gold.
Explore more options in our gold bullion collection or compare with fractional gold coins from other leading mints, like the 1/2oz Queensland Mint Gold Cast Bar.
Customer Reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Incredible visual detail" – The wave background is stunning, and the coin feels very premium in hand. – Lucas R.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Perfect fractional investment" – Great size, highly liquid, and backed by the Royal Mint. I’ll be buying more. – Vanessa T.
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Final Thoughts
With its stunning design, innovative anti-counterfeit technology, and globally respected mint origin, the 2022 1/2oz Britannia Gold Coin stands as a benchmark for modern bullion. Its mid-size weight and trusted purity make it an excellent option for stackers, investors, and collectors alike.
Secure the 2022 1/2oz Gold Britannia today and own a piece of British minting excellence.
