2021 Great Britain 1 oz Silver Britannia BU

2021 Great Britain 1 oz Silver Britannia – BU

CVC & Collectables presents the 2021 1 oz Silver Britannia, the flagship bullion coin of The Royal Mint. Struck in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, this issue continues the iconic Britannia series while introducing enhanced security features for the first time, making it one of the most advanced bullion coins in the world.

Coin Highlights:

• Issuer: United Kingdom – The Royal Mint

• Date: 2021

• Mint: The Royal Mint

• Denomination: £2 (Two Pounds)

• Composition: Silver (.999 fine)

• Weight: 31.1 g (1 troy oz)

• Diameter: 38.61 mm

• Thickness: ~3.0 mm

• Grade: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)

• Obverse Design: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, with inscriptions ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 2 POUNDS · 2021.

• Reverse Design: Iconic Britannia by Philip Nathan holding trident, shield, and olive branch. Enhanced with new security elements:

  • Latent image that shifts between a trident and a padlock

  • Micro-text along the shield rim

  • Radial sunburst background

  • Tincture lines on the Union Jack shield

• Edge: Reeded

Historical Significance:
Introduced in 1997, the Silver Britannia quickly became the United Kingdom’s leading bullion coin. The 2021 issue marked a milestone in the series by incorporating cutting-edge anti-counterfeiting features, setting a new standard for bullion security while maintaining the timeless Britannia design.

Collectibility:
The 2021 Britannia BU appeals to both investors and collectors. Investors value its 1 oz .999 fine silver content, while collectors prize the introduction of its innovative security features. This coin represents both tradition and modern innovation within one of the world’s most respected bullion programs.