2014 Proof Britannia

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I doubt they would have sold out yet. Premium is too high. When do the pre-orders get dispatched?

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Be good to get the designers thoughts behind the new Britannia.

Anyone heard of Jody Clark?

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Just spotted this on RM website

The Royal Mint introduces its 2014 Britannia Proof Collection

03 Jul 2014

The Changing Face of Britain: The Royal Mint introduces The 2014 Britannia Proof Range…and the United Kingdom’s smallest coin

The changing face of Britain as personified by the figure of Britannia is captured once again on The Royal Mint’s Britannia Gold and Silver Proof Collection, which for 2014 includes the smallest coin minted in this country since the Norman Conquests. Following on from Robert Hunt’s 2013 Grecian Britannia, this year’s elegant yet powerful interpretation by Royal Mint engraver Jody Clark features an art deco Britannia, standing proudly in front of a three-dimensional globe, accompanied by a lion, its tail draped protectively around her feet.

Britannia first appeared on Roman coins about 2,000 years ago, and since then has evolved to represent the strengths and challenges of Britain, from queen of the seas on the copper coins of George III to the warrior seen on the pennies of George IV and through the change brought about by decimalisation when she graced Christopher Ironside’s famous 50p. Britannia returns in 2014 re-imagined in a stunning contemporary reverse design.

For centuries, artists have used symbols to convey Britannia’s virtues – the trident and spear for might, balanced by her delicately draped robes, or an olive branch for peace. The design for 2014 by Jody Clark revisits this tradition.

Jody explains: “In approaching my design I started by researching what had gone before. Britannia has appeared in so many different compositions and with such a variety of symbols, I wanted my design to recall her history and tradition but with the elements surrounding Britannia, rather than weighing her down.

“Although some of the elements are motionless - the globe as a backdrop, the shield and trident placed at her side – I feel there is a dynamism to the design. There is a sense of movement as Britannia’s hair and robes flow, as does the mane of the lion, an iconic symbol of strength and pride that I was keen to include, and I hope that the two appear united as I intended them. Although the lion is at Britannia’s feet, its tail is curled around her, protective and tamed.”

The Britannia collection for 2014 is being launched in July with a choice of individual coins and sets, struck in 999 fine silver or 999.9 fine gold. This will be followed by the release on an individual basis of the Fortieth-Ounce coin in September. Each coin is housed in a distinguished Royal Mint case, tailored to each coin or set, complemented by a booklet that reveals Britannia’s story and the inspiration behind the design. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany the chosen item, confirming that it is part of a limited presentation.

Who most represents the changing face of Britain for you? If you have any thoughts, please share them with us at www.facebook.com/theroyalmint or at Twitter.com/royalmintuk using #MyBritannia.

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Reserved 6 coin set with Chards.  Only £10 saving (5%) and will pick up when I'm next up after release or have family pick it up for me.

[Danny-boy]

Pity the 1oz is more expensive with shipping.

[daz]

So what do people that ordered the 1oz proof actually think of it now they have taken delivery?

I really like the design from the pictures and am very tempted to get one but what is it like on the actual coin? Can you see the design clearly on the 1oz?

Did anyone actually get the six coin set ? What do you think of it?

Are you happy with your purchase?

[motorbikez]

I got the 6 coin set very nice, my son has it now

[daz]

think i might treat myself to one for xmas , dont know whether to go for the 1oz or stretch to the 6 coin set . i presume they are already all encapsulated ?

[motorbikez]

@daz yes they are.

[daniel.yrh]

So what do people that ordered the 1oz proof actually think of it now they have taken delivery?

I really like the design from the pictures and am very tempted to get one but what is it like on the actual coin? Can you see the design clearly on the 1oz?

Did anyone actually get the six coin set ? What do you think of it?

Are you happy with your purchase?

 

unboxing video here:

 

   sexy

[daz]

Must admit even the one ounce looks pretty special in that videoy

[daniel.yrh]

yup the 1oz looks great but the 5oz is better. 

 

I happen to be collecting proof Britannias since 2013... these are the 1oz proof

 

and these 2 5-ouncers are new addition to the Britannia family since 2013

[daz]

Now that is a nice collection. Got a few of the bullions but I would love a five ounce but they are a bt out of my league at the moment. Think i will have to settle for the one ounce for now

[Dune69]

Very nice collection.. I like all the different designs some more than others

 

In the 5 ouncers Britannia looks like shes lost some weight from 2013 to 2014

[daz]

The 2013 is definately a six pinter compared to the 2014

[motorbikez]

Very nice matey I've got half a dozen of the Brit proofs myself, I might put a collection together next year.

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Anybody notice the eBay listing for the 5oz proof asking $2699 - £1719?

Listing was asking around £800 before the 1oz proof sold out in the last couple weeks.

19 watchers... Probably all 5oz proof owner's just watching to see if it actually sells at that price.

[daz]

Can't see it selling at that price , my mrs has got me a 1oz for xmas , would love to get my hands on a 5 ounce

[Kman]

I'm kind of regretting not buying the 1oz but at the same time their selling price was* such a pizz take.

 

Your 1oz proof collection looks brilliant though Daniel, very nice. 

[Paul]

Why the Royal Mint didn't do the standard issue 1oz coin in these proof designs is beyond me.  

 

The variety in the Britannia range from 1997 onward makes it a great reason to collect the series.  

 

Now we have the stock generic design for the foreseeable future, it looks like Perth Mint will be getting majority of my fiat cash in future

[daz]

Yeah , its a real shame really liked the brit designs. The 2014 proof was overpriced but really wanted one. think I must have got one of the last ones , was sold out the day after I ordered it

[a_a]

I totally agree paul, they are missing out big time by keeping those designs for the proofs only

[daniel.yrh]

I like the change, it makes sense to have proof coins with different designs than bullion. Before Royal Mint made this change those pre-2013 proof Britannias pretty much can be had for below-release-price on eBay.

 

Now they are highly sought after

[StackemHigh]

Very nice collection.. I like all the different designs some more than others

 

In the 5 ouncers Britannia looks like shes lost some weight from 2013 to 2014

The 2014 looks HOT!

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Noticed two recent 5oz 2014 proof Britannia's being sold one last week as a best offer original price £1786 and the other £2643.

Anyone else pick this up?