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2012 Great Britain Britannia 1 oz Silver Coin BU Final Year of Britannia Silver
2012 Great Britain Britannia 1 oz Silver Coin (BU)
Final Year of Britannia Silver, Diamond Jubilee Tribute
Capture the last chapter of a numismatic era with this Brilliant Uncirculated 2012 Britannia 1 oz Silver Coin, a striking release from the Royal Mint that honors tradition, artistry, and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
🌟 Key Specifications:
- Year of Issue: 2012
- Metal Content: 1 Troy oz .958 Fine Silver (Britannia Silver)
- Total Weight: 32.45 g
- Diameter: 40.00 mm
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (Proof-like fields)
- Denomination: £2 GBP
- Mint: The Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales
- Mintage: 351,372 total for bullion version
🎨 Design & Artistic Legacy:
- Reverse: Standing Britannia by Philip Nathan, a timeless portrayal of Britain’s maritime strength. Britannia stands windswept with trident, Union Jack shield, and olive branch, symbolizing power, unity, and peace. This design was chosen to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee — a nod to national pride and continuity.
- Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II effigy by Ian Rank-Broadley, the fourth definitive portrait used from 1998–2015. Her Majesty is shown wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, with the legend: ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 2 POUNDS.
🏛️ Historical Significance:
- Final year of .958 Britannia silver — after 2012, the series transitioned to .999 fine silver, making this coin the last of its kind in alloy and dimensions.
- Larger format: At 40 mm and 32.45 g, this coin is physically larger than all subsequent Britannias, which were reduced to 38.61 mm and 31.21 g in 2013.
- Legacy alloy: Britannia silver (.958) traces its roots to the Great Recoinage of 1696, making this coin a modern echo of centuries-old British minting standards.
✨ Condition & Bonus:
- Brilliant Uncirculated with proof-like mirror fields and crisp relief
- Includes a free protective capsule to preserve its pristine surfaces
- No visible toning or spotting — ideal for grading, display, or investment
🎯 Collector’s Appeal:
- Transitional-year rarity — the last BU Britannia with the original alloy and format
- Celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s 60-year reign, adding commemorative value
- A standout for collectors seeking pre-2013 Britannias, Philip Nathan’s classic design, or coins with historical alloy significance
📌 Image Disclaimer:
Some visuals in this listing may include Royal Mint stock images used for reference. Actual coin is identical in design and specifications and comes in BU condition with a free capsule.
