2026 Britannia UK 1/10oz Gold Proof Coin

Britannia: A Timeless Symbol of Strength

Created by the Romans nearly 2,000 years ago, Britannia has endured as one of the most poignant symbols of a proud and steadfast nation. Over the centuries, she has represented British prominence, progress and resilience, weathering changing economic, political and cultural climates while remaining an enduring emblem of national fortitude.

Known for “ruling the waves,” Britannia first appeared on British coinage during the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, where she symbolized the colonized island of Britain. Her image has since spanned millennia, appearing on the coins of every British monarch from Charles II to His Majesty King Charles III.

In 2026, Britannia’s story enters a new chapter with a fresh portrayal by American coin designer Emily Damstra, featured on a new collection from The Royal Mint. Facing into a powerful wind, Britannia grips her traditional shield and trident in a commanding pose that conveys determination, courage and strength.

To her right stands one of the United Kingdom’s most southeasterly lighthouses, connecting the figure to Britain’s rugged coastline andCreated by the Romans nearly 2,000 years ago, Britannia remains a powerful symbol of a proud and resilient nation. Across the centuries, she has represented Britain’s prominence and progress, enduring through changing economic, political and cultural landscapes as an emblem of strength and steadfastness.

Often associated with Britain’s command of the seas, Britannia first appeared on British coins during the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, symbolizing the colonized island. Her image has continued across the ages, appearing on the coins of every British monarch from Charles II to His Majesty King Charles III.

Key Features

• Continuing a proud legacy on UK coins, Britannia returns to a brand-new, 2026-dated coin range.

• Features a fresh depiction of Britannia by American coin designer Emily Damstra

• The reverse design captures Britannia’s connection to the sea and evokes her timeless virtues of strength and resilience

• Includes an inscription that reads ‘MAJESTY, JUSTICE, AND PEACE’, which alludes to Winston Churchill’s 1941 address to US Congress

• Available in gold and silver, each coin is finished to Proof standard