1998 Britannia Coins
| The 1998 Britannia Coin series represents a landmark year in The Royal Mint’s Britannia programme, as it marks the first full year of the Silver Britannia bullion coin alongside the established Gold Britannia range. This expansion significantly strengthened Britannia’s position within both the investment bullion and collector markets. Struck in traditional 22-carat gold, the 1998 Britannia gold issues continue the early series specification, while the .958 fine silver Britannia coins gained increasing popularity following their introduction in 1997, becoming a core part of the modern UK bullion market. This category includes a full selection of 1998 Britannia Coins, covering gold proof sets, silver bullion and proof issues, complete denomination sets, and certified graded examples. The 1998 issue is particularly notable for its early silver bullion release phase, with the 1oz silver Britannia becoming an established annual issue and attracting strong global demand due to its tax-efficient bullion status and iconic design. This collection may include:
The 1998 Britannia coins continue the established 22-carat gold standard, while the silver issues are struck in traditional Britannia silver (.958 fineness), weighing 1 troy ounce and measuring 40mm in diameter, reflecting the early large-format silver bullion design. As a key early bullion silver year, the 1998 Britannia remains highly desirable among collectors building full date runs from 1987 onwards, with strong demand for both gold proof sets and early silver Britannia bullion coins. Browse our full selection of 1998 Britannia Coins below, including gold, silver, proof sets, bullion issues, and certified graded examples. |
