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notify meGold · 2021
Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
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2021 1/2 oz British Gold Britannia Coin (BU)
The 2021 1/2 oz British Gold Britannia Coin features .9999 fine gold, weighs 0.5 troy oz (15.55 g), and has a face value of 50 GBP. It is a popular choice among investors and collectors for its historical significance and high purity.
.9999 fine· 0.5000 troy oz (15.5526 g)· IRA eligible
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A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AU-628
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeBrilliant Uncirculated
Chain of custodyThe Royal Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 2021 1/2 oz British Gold Britannia Coin is a remarkable piece of numismatic art, struck from .9999 fine gold and weighing 0.5 troy oz (15.55 g). This coin, issued by The Royal Mint, features a diameter of 27 mm and a thickness of 2.08 mm, making it a compact yet valuable addition to any collection. The obverse displays a regal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, crafted by designer Jody Clark, while the reverse features the emblematic Britannia, designed by Philip Nathan, symbolizing the strength and resilience of the British nation.
Investors and collectors alike are drawn to the Gold Britannia for its high purity and sovereign backing, which provides a level of assurance in the global market. With a face value of 50 GBP, this coin is eligible for Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m), making it a strategic choice for those looking to diversify their retirement portfolios with physical gold.
Rockwell Metals offers seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best price instantly. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers for authenticity. Our coins are stored in segregated allocations within Lloyd's of London insured vaults, valued at $250M, providing peace of mind for your investment. Additionally, we offer instant sell-back liquidity, allowing you to capitalize on market movements with ease, or choose insured armored direct-to-door delivery for your convenience.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 2021 Gold Britannia features a striking portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark. The inscription 'ELIZABETH II D.G. REG. F.D.' surrounds her likeness, affirming her status as the reigning monarch.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases the iconic image of Britannia, a symbol of British strength and resilience, designed by Philip Nathan. She is depicted holding a trident and shield, with the sun rising behind her, symbolizing hope and prosperity.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Gold
- Purity
- .9999
- Fine Weight
- 0.5000 troy oz (15.5526 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- The Royal Mint
- Year
- 2021
- Grade / Finish
- Brilliant Uncirculated
- Diameter
- 27 mm
- Thickness
- 2.08 mm
- Face Value
- 50 GBP
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-BRI-1/2OZ-2021
- Catalog ID
- 628
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
The Royal Mint. Die-verified 2021 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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