Great Value Britannia Coins at UKBullion.com

In 1987, The Royal Mint produced the first Gold Britannia coins which had a face value of £100. Britannia gold coin manufactured after 2013 have a millesimal fineness of .9999 (or 24 carat gold). Until 2012 the gold coins had a millesimal fineness of .917 (91.7% or 22 carat gold) with the non-gold component being copper until 1989 and silver from 1990.

One of the main advantages of investing in Britannias is that they are exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) due to their status as UK legal tender and therefore make a popular choice for investment. UKBullion.com are one of the UK’s leading bullion retailers and offer a wide range of bullion coins including Britannias at fantastic prices.

If you are someone who regularly exceeds their CGT allowance, then putting your money into Britannia coins can become a great form of investment. In addition to this, other advantages of Britannias are they are appealing collectors’ items due to their elegant designs and are offered in both gold and silver.

Britannia silver coins contain one troy ounce of silver and have a face value of £2. Silver Britannias are also issued in fractional sizes of one-half, one-quarter, and one-tenth of a troy ounce and with face values of £1, 50p, and 20p respectively.

More recently in 2013, saw the introduction of two additional sizes, a five-ounce coin of face value £10, and a fractional size of one-twentieth of face value 10p.

Shopping at UKBullion.com could not be easier; they offer free insured delivery on all their gold Britannias. For the latest prices visit https://www.ukbullion.com/gold/buy-gold-coins/gold-britannias.html

Buy Gold Sovereigns from UKBUllion.com at the best rates

The Gold Sovereign coin was first issued in 1489 for Henry VII of England. The coin typically had a nominal value of £1 or 20 shillings, the Sovereign was primarily an official piece of bullion with no mark of value anywhere on the actual coin.

Throughout the history of Britain, Gold Sovereigns have been present at some of the key events and even today they continue to play a significant representative role. Sovereign coins bear the portrait of Britain’s monarchs since their inception during the 15th Century. The coins that have been produced have always been deeply rich in history and are closely linked with the Royal Family.

Finding a reputable deal for your Gold Sovereign purchases is always difficult. That’s where UKBullion.com can help. With an established strong online presence, the company has a great range of Gold Sovereigns that will truly diversify your bullion investment portfolio.  Known for their low prices, current prices start as low as £134 for a British Half Gold Sovereign coin.

Gold purity is measured in carat or in fineness. Gold Sovereigns are minted from 22 carat gold or .9167 fineness, meaning gold accounts for 91.67% of their total mass. From the total weight of a Sovereign of 7.98 grams, just over 7.31 grams is pure gold.

All British Gold Sovereigns have a permanent and real tangible value.  This provides investors with two ways to build wealth. Gold Sovereigns contain the investment security of bullion or precious metal in a pure form. They provide additional profit potential due to their rarity and historical appeal. Additional benefits of the Gold Sovereigns include their raw material and the process involved in minting, storing and distributing them.

Sovereigns are struck in various sizes which are the Five (Quintuple), Two (Double), Single or full, Half and most recently a Quarter Sovereign. This therefore provides customers with a choice of Sovereign to meet their budget.

Finally, Sovereigns are extremely attractive to UK investors due to their status as British Legal Tender Coins, which means they are Capital Gains Tax exempt (CGT free). Gold Sovereigns are also VAT free.

Visit the UKBullion.com site now or speak to the team on helping you select the right Sovereign for you. 

Looking for a Special Mother’s Day Gift?

This year sees Mother Day celebrated on Sunday 26^th March 2017 in the UK.

Mother’s day is now celebrated all over the world as a day honoring the mother of the family. It’s celebrated on various days around the world.  Mothers around the world are showered with gifts and cards from their loving children to show gratitude and love.

The history of Mother’s Day began centuries ago. It was common for churchgoers in England to worship at their nearest parish or 'daughter church' on a Sunday.

Hundreds of years ago it was considered important for people to once a year, return to their home or 'mother' church. The was generally done around the time of Lent when people would visit their 'mother' church - the main church or cathedral of the area. 

It was rather common for children to have left home at a young age for work. Therefore, the return to the 'mother' church became an occasion for family reunions when both sons and daughters who were working away returned home.

In other religions, such as Hinduism or Buddhism the celebration of mothers can also be found dating back hundreds of years.

Today, almost every country in the world celebrates Mother’s Day on various days.

So what do you get your special mother that she will remember for a long time?

How about a gift that not only looks beautiful but one that she can potentially use as an investment for the future?

The team at UKBullion.com specialise in beautiful gifts varying from bars, roses or even boxed set coins.  Customers are provided a fantastic choice of options such as the Luxury Golden Rose in Pink Gift box at a fantastic price of £29.99. https://www.ukbullion.com/luxury-golden-rose-in-pink-gift-box.html

Gold Spot Price United Kingdom

Bullion dealers such as UKBullion.com use the gold spot price to determine the exact price to charge for a specific coin or bar. Gold prices are calculated in troy ounces and can fluctuate every couple of seconds during market hours. This provides the customer with the most accurate price based on the market.

The UKBullion.com site runs a real-time price feed so customers are assured they are purchasing products which take into account the latest prices of gold.

The spot gold market is active and trades for almost 24 hours a day. There are 31.1034768 grams of gold per troy ounce and 1000 grams of gold per kilogram.

In addition to the spot price, customers pay to cover manufacturing and distribution costs which are added to the cost of the coin or bar. Therefore, it sometimes pays to buy in bulk rather than smaller quantities so you can save on some of the costs.

Spot prices are also available for other precious metals such as Silver, Platinum, and Palladium. All are also available with UKBullion.com at great rates.

If you’d like to monitor the price of gold on the go then download the free app from www.ukbullion.com/live-chart/gold/gbp. This provides you with a constant feed to your phone of the current prices of gold.

We at UKBullion.com know the value of gold is constantly changing based on economic activities around the world; however, we still recognise that it’s never a bad time to buy gold. The changes in day to day prices will not impact your investment. Gold should be purchased as a long term investment which will see its true value rise.

UKBullion Are Paying Some of the Best Gold Rates in the UK

With the recent rise in gold prices, we at UKBullion.com have experienced a huge growth in customers exchanging their gold bullion for cash. With over £11 paid out per gram for 9 carat, it’s a great time to cash in any gold, or other precious metal for that matter and receive the best rates.

So how can UKBullion.com afford to pay such high prices for your gold?

With the current economic uncertainties, the demand for gold has risen due to investors looking to diversify their portfolio with investments in gold and therefore pushing up prices. There’s also been a huge recent demand for gold in growing economies such as India and China where gold is seen as a symbol of wealth. The team at UKBullion.com have the ability to pay great rates for gold through our established business setup. The team has the ability to melt down the gold they buy from you using their own in-house experts and then sell on to meet the current high demand for gold. Therefore, passing on the low overhead costs and profits made from selling the gold to the customer!

With this established business model and reputation for over 25 years, the team at UKBullion.com have a great history of paying their customers the best rates.

Selling your gold really could not be any easier. UKBullion.com offers 100% satisfaction guarantee. So that means if you are not happy with our valuation simply let us know and we will return the items to you using insured post. There is absolutely no risk and no pressure to sell your items, just 100% customer satisfaction!

Many of our customers cash in their gold with UKBullion.com to then upgrade for another item. So if you have something you feel is not right for you now whether it be more cosmetic reasons or even items that give you unwanted emotional memories then you can replace your items through UKBullion.com.

UKBullion.Com Offer Royal Mint Coins At Great Prices

The body authorized to strike British coins is known as the Royal Mint. The Royal Mint has been producing coins for England and the United Kingdom for almost 1,100 years.

Since 2010 HM Treasury has run the company as Royal Mint Ltd supplying all coinage for the UK. 

The Royal Mint is also known as the world's leading exporting mint. Manufacturing and circulating coins, medals, and other such items for governments to around 60 countries.

Another point to note with most Royal Mint bullion coins is that despite being deemed legal tender, they are rarely accepted by banks or shops. In addition, recent coins like the £5 coin produced earlier this year marking the Queens 90^th birthday were available in a variety of finishes with prices starting from £20 all the way to £7,500. Therefore, even if you do manage to spend your coin at a shop you will not get the same value that you paid for it. Despite all that, The Royal Mint still remains a fantastic source for collectors’ items.

As one of the oldest organizations in the world with a history dating back over a thousand years, The Royal Mint will always keep its reputation as a trusted and experienced gold and silver bullion manufacturer.

UKBullion.com is a reputable seller of genuine Royal Mint coins. Most customers that buy a Royal Mint coin generally buy it as a collectors item. Take a look at the site today and range of coins available.

Buying Precious Metal Bars from the Leading Site for a Secured Future

Investing in precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium provide assets that offer great re-sale value. Buyers purchasing precious metal bars are not only securing their future prospects but also increasing their chances of making a profit from their investments. Products which offer this serve a great purpose, especially during hard times. Therefore, it is essential for a buyer to have clear access to an entire collection of precious metal bars and at the best prices.

With this in mind, www.UKBullion.com is the ultimate destination where investors can purchase a whole range of bullion products from bars, coins, and rounds and at the best prices. The site also offers affordable gift products and leading rates for scrap gold and another scrap precious metal.

UKBullion.com proudly boasts the largest range of gold bars investment products available in the UK. Potential buyers can browse through the site and view the entire collection with ease. Customers can also filter search options to define their choices according to the weight, price and the type of precious metal. Furthermore, you can compare products against one another to find the right deal.

With confidence over their pricing, the site offers a price match guarantee. So customers are assured they always receive the best deal.

The site uses a secure encrypted payment portal system provided by Secure Trading/First Data enabling buyers to pay by credit/debit card with confidence. No card details are ever recorded by UK Bullion’s systems, so customers feel safe when buying from their website. Payment by online bank transfer is also offered as an option.

Listed below are some of the manufacturers available to choose from on the site. Their products range from gold investment bars, coins, and rounds to silver bullion-

-          PAMP: Gold bars and silver bars.

-          Metalor: Gold bars and silver bars (minted and cast)

-          The Royal Mint: Gold and Silver coins.

-          Argor-Heraeus: Gold bars and Rounds.

-          Baird & Co: Gold bars (minted and cast)

-          Umicore: Gold bars and silver bars (minted and cast)

-          Emirates Gold DMCC: Gold bars, Silver bars, and rounds.

-          Istanbul Gold Refinery: Gold and silver bars.

Plus many others if you are looking to invest in precious metals, this is undoubtedly the best place to not only get the product you so desire but to also have a great purchasing experience.

Our New Bullion Collection for 2017

2017 brings many new designs and special features to well-loved products. Royal Mint Britannias in both Gold and Silver now have a modern 'sunburst' design to the reverse and the iconic Sovereign bears a celebratory privy mark to commemorate 200 years since it was first produced in 1817. The Chinese Year of The Rooster is also a popular theme for bullion this year with stunning designs from Perth Mint and PAMP Suisse.

New Bullion for 2017

2017 Royal Mint 1 Ounce Britannia Coin

The 1oz Britannia Coin, first produced in 1987, is still legal tender with a face value of £100 and is Capital Gains Tax-Free. With the exception of Gold Britannias minted from 2013, all previous coins were made of 22ct (916.7 fineness) and weighed 34g. From 2013 the Gold Britannia was produced in 999.9 fine Gold has a 'fine gold weight' of 31.1g or 1.000t oz and continues to be so. The coin is also available in silver produced in 999.0.

The coin depicts Britannia herself on the reverse which has been used on coinage since 1672, with a likeness of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse. The Royal Mint has updated the design to feature a radial sunburst behind the reverse side image of Britannia. This gives a modern feel to the coins. The obverse of the coin features Jody Clark’s portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Perth Mint 1 Ounce 2017 Lunar Rooster Coin

Struck to celebrate the Chinese New Year 2017. The Australian Perth Mint Lunar Rooster is a beautifully crafted coin from one of the world’s most respected and well-known manufacturers. This particular coin depicts an animal that is prominent in Chinese culture and tradition, the Rooster. Superbly designed with the Chinese character for 'rooster' along with an inscription "YEAR OF THE ROOSTER".

As is the tradition with these coins we have the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse. Your Year of The Rooster 2017 coin is supplied with a capsule to protect the beautiful finish of the coin. The silver coin has a fineness of 999.0 and the gold coins are all struck in 24 carats. Both with a weight of 31.10 grams or 1.000t oz. The gold coins are also available in 1/4 ounce and 2 ounces.

2017 Royal Mint Full Sovereign Gold Coin

The British Full Sovereign Gold Coin is a work of art that has been minted in the same weight and fineness from 1817 to the present day changing only in design. Minted in the United Kingdom by The Royal Mint along with the Quarter Sovereigns, Half-Sovereigns, Double Sovereigns and Quintuple Sovereigns, these fantastic investment coins are perfect for small investors looking to put their savings into gold. This 7.988-gram gold coin struck in 22 carats, Crown Gold Alloy, has a face value of £1 which is considerably lower than its metal value today. This is legal British tender and is, therefore, free from Capital Gains Tax.

PAMP 2017 Lunar Rooster Certicard Gold Bar

24 Carat Fine Gold (999.9) PAMP Bar with a Beautiful and Intricate Rooster Design to celebrate "The Lunar Calendar Series" for 2017. The item is fully encapsulated and certified by the manufacturer. Also available in 5 gram & 1 ounce.

Visit UKBullion for the Most Competitive Gold Price per Gram

If you are looking for some of the best prices per gram for Gold then we recommend a visit to UKBullion.com.  Customers can rest assured that they receive the best prices due to the site’s real-time feed on all their prices with the additional functionality for customers to review prices over a particular period. This helps customers determine trends and compare gold spot prices for different periods such as 24hrs, last week, last month or even 5 years ago! Customers are able to see the latest gold price per gram and per troy ounce in GBP.

Gold Spot Price

Gold spot price or gold current price is used as the basis for most bullion dealers such as UKBullion.com to determine the exact price to charge for a specific coin or bar. Gold spot price is calculated according to the most recent average bid offered by professional traders worldwide. These prices are calculated in troy ounces or grams and change every couple of seconds during market hours. This provides the customer with the most accurate price based on the market. Factors that affect gold prices such as the ask price, bid price or fix price also affect the spot price. Other factors include supply and demand, war, economic changes such as elections and central bank activity.

Another term also linked to gold spot price is gold fix price. The two are not the same.

The gold fix price is set twice each trading day by a panel of industry leaders.

The spot gold market is active and trading for almost 24 hours a day. Unlike Stock Exchanges that close overnight.

In addition to the spot price, customers pay to cover manufacturing and distribution costs which are added to the cost of the coin or bar.

UKBullion.com also offers spot prices for other precious metals such as Silver, Platinum and Palladium. Prices are available in GBP, EUR and USD.