The 2017 year is an exceptional year for the British Royal Mint as it commemorates 30 years since the release of its Britannia bullion design. The launch of Britannia .999 fine silver bullion and .9999 file gold coin ranges for 2017 was announced on November 11, 2016.

It was in 1987 that the first Britannia bullion was designed by the noted sculptor Philip Nathan. To mark the 30th anniversary of this iconic design in 2017, the original Britannia figure is framed with an added adornment. The classic design features her standing firm at the backdrop of a powerful gale that strikes her shield, olive branch, and Corinthian helmet. A speckled radial sunburst at her back is a pristine feature in the 2017 design.

If you are looking for a stable Bullion investment, then Britannia makes a perfect investment. For UK residents, the Britannia coins are exempt from UK capital gains tax. Apart from this, the Silver Britannia 1 ounce Bullion coin is CGT exempt in the UK. When it comes to the strength and weight of the coins, they stand verified and tested over time from the Trial of Pyx.

The Royal Mint Britannia range maps to Bullion specifications and equates to the standard of finish in the context of the circulating coins. Many investors purchase the Bullion coins on their intrinsic value. These coins are usually sold at a small premium over the metal price and are considered an investment-grade precious metal.

Investors interested in purchasing the silver Britannia coins can opt for an individual coin set or a tube of 25 coins. The specifications are 31.21g weight, fineness of 999,  38.61 mm diameter, and weighs 1 Troy oz. Pure silver content. The obverse designer for the Britannia coins is Jody Clark.

There are also plenty of versions of collectables of this coin and have been produced by the Royal Mint with varied specifications.