Britannia (King Charles III) 2023 | GBP2 UK | 1oz Fine Silver Coin

Building on over 1,100 years of minting excellence, the 2023 Britannia silver coin represents a landmark moment in bullion history. As the first bullion release to feature the official portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, this coin masterfully blends tradition with four groundbreaking security features. These additions serve as both elegant ornamentation and robust protection, featuring the Latin micro-text “DECUS ET TUTAMEN”—meaning “an ornament and a safeguard.” The design includes a maritime-inspired trident that transforms into a padlock when tilted, showcasing the pinnacle of modern minting security.

Struck from 1 oz (31.1035g) of .999 fine silver, this 2023 bullion quality coin carries a legal tender denomination of £2.00 GBP. The reverse features Philip Nathan’s iconic Britannia design, while the obverse debuts the definitive coinage portrait by Martin Jennings. Advanced security elements include surface animation that mimics the movement of waves behind the figure, a latent image for verification, and precision-engineered tincture lines that accentuate fine details, such as the Union flag on Britannia’s shield. Measuring 38.61 mm in diameter, each coin is presented in its own protective capsule.