The British Monarchs Collection
The Royal Mint, one of the oldest continuously operating mints in the world, has struck coins for every British monarch for the last millennium, creating some of the most iconic coins in the history of numismatics. Begun in 2022, the Royal Mint has celebrated this legacy with a unique series of coins honoring the Royal Houses and their unique numismatic portraiture. Heritage Auctions, as an official distributor of the Royal Mint, is able to offer the 1oz gold coins in this modern numismatic series exclusively to our clients.
The British Monarchs Collection will be a multi-year project that highlights coins of every ruler from the Houses of the Tudors, Stuarts, Hanoverians, and Saxe-Coburg and Gotha & Windsor, with 21 different issues in total. Using the highest quality example available from the collection of The Royal Mint Museum as a basis for the design, each coin in the series will reflect the best contemporary workmanship for that monarch's coins as they were originally struck, reworked to modern standards. The series will allow one to trace the evolution of British minting techniques and artistic style over the last half millennium, from the hammered coinage of Henry VII in the 15th Century to where we are today with the coins of Queen Elizabeth II, struck with the most cutting-edge technology.
The Tudors
- Henry VII (1485-1509) --- Released January 2022
- Henry VIII (1509-1547) --- Released January 2023
The Stuarts
- James I and VI of Scotland (1603-1625) --- Released March 2022
- Charles I (1625-1649) --- Released March 2023
- Charles II (1660-1685) --- Released June 2023
The Hanoverians
- George I (1714-1727) --- Released July 2022
- George II (1727-1760) --- Released September 2023
The House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha
- Edward VII (1901-1910) --- Released October 2022
George II (1727-1760)
The Royal Mint has chosen George II, who reigned the kingdom of Great Britain during the War of Jenkins' Ear, the Seven Years' War, and the last Jacobite Rebellion, as the eighth ruler featured in the British Monarch collection. He ruled from 1727 until his death in 1760, leaving a legacy as a great patron: he famously donated the royal library to the British Museum, signed the charter for what would become Columbia University, and established the Georg August University of Göttingen.
Beginning in the second year of the British Monarchs Collection, the mintage figures have been substantially reduced, to less than half of what they were in prior years, so supplies will not last long!
Key Features
- The eighth coin in the British Monarchs Collection
- The fourth coin of the British Monarchs to feature a portrait of His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse.
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one-ounce gold coins: 261
- Expected ship date within 4 weeks
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
George II gold Proof 5 Guineas 1731 PR64+ Cameo NGC
The portrait was inspired by that created by John Crocker, as seen in this piece from the Paramount Collection.
Charles II (1660-1685)
For the seventh release from the British Monarchs Collection, the Royal Mint has chosen Charles II, a ruler who enjoyed popular support throughout his reign as King of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Charles ascended the throne more than a decade after his father's execution, during a contentious period for the English Commonwealth, and ruled until his death in 1685. Although remembered for his friendliness rather than his skill as a statesman, Charles notably restored the Church of England and dissolved English Parliament during his short rule.
Beginning in the second year of the British Monarchs Collection, the mintage figures have been substantially reduced, to less than half of what they were in prior years, so supplies will not last long!
Key Features
- Seventh coin in the British Monarchs Collection
- Third of the British Monarchs coins to feature the likeness of His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one-ounce gold coins: 261
- Expected ship date within 4 weeks
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
Charles II gold Proof Pattern Crown 1662 PR63 Cameo NGC, ex. Paramount Collection
The British Monarch Collection's portrait of Charles II takes directly from the numismatic likeness created by John Roettier, a renowned English engraver and Charles' contemporary.
Charles I (1625-1649)
The sixth coin of the Royal Mint's British Monarch Collection stars an equestrian portrait of Charles I. As the second son of James VI, King of Scotland, Charles became heir apparent to the rule of England, Scotland, and Ireland upon the death of his older brother Henry Frederick in 1612. Charles' reign worsened contention between the monarchy and parliament, likely due to his perceived Catholic sympathies and his insistence in his divine right to rule, and Charles was executed following his capture during the English Civil War.
Key Features
- Sixth coin in the British Monarchs Collection
- Second of the British Monarchs coins to feature the likeness of His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one-ounce gold coins: 260
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
Charles I Crown ND(1631-1632) MS62, ex. Cape Coral Collection of British Crowns
The equestrian portrait recalls the original design by Nicholas Briot.
Henry VIII (1509-1547)
The fifth installation of the British Monarchs Collection features the first Supreme Head of the Church of England, Henry Tudor. Son of King Henry VII and Elizabeth of York, Henry VIII is most widely known for his six marriages and break from the Catholic church. The portraiture of this example recalls the numismatic portrait commissioned and circulated late in Henry's life and reign.
Key Features
- Fifth coin in the British Monarchs Collection
- First of the British Monarchs coins to feature the likeness of His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one-ounce gold coins: 261
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
Henry VIII Testoon ND(1544-1547) AU53, ex. Abbeygate Collection
The first frontal portrait in the British Monarchs series, the design was inspired by testoons like the example from the Abbeygate Collection.
Edward VII (1901-1910)
The fourth coin in the British Monarchs Collection celebrates the legacy of King Edward VII, the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, as it features the original first profile of the king created by George William de Saulles in 1902. The newly released mintage pays tribute to the original design and artistic portraiture while updating it for modern viewers. This will also be the last coin in the British Monarchs series to feature the profile of Elizabeth II, before changing to the effigy of King Charles III.
Key Features
- Fourth coin in the exciting new British Monarchs Collection
- Based on the original numismatic portraiture of George I
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one ounce gold coins: 610
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
Edward VII gold Matte Proof 5 Pounds 1902 PR64 PCGS
The portrait of Edward VII used in the British Monarchs Collection is the same portrait featured on all coins of Edward VII, designed by George William de Saulles, as seen here on a high-grade proof 5 Pounds from 1902, the year of his coronation.
George I (1714-1727)
The third coin in the British Monarchs Collection celebrates the legacy of the elector of Hanover, the first Hanoverian king of Great Britain, and the first king to rule with a prime minister. This modern mintage directly reflects and maintains the original coin's historic and iconic design, resulting in a contemporary version of the original mint.
Key Features
- Third coin in the exciting new British Monarchs Collection
- Based on the original numismatic portraiture of George I
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one ounce gold coins: 610
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
George I Crown 1718/6 MS63
The portrait used in the British Monarchs Collection was taken directly from the distinctive crown of George I, as represented in this fine example.
James I and VI of Scotland (1603-1625)
The second coin in the British Monarchs Collection celebrates the legacy of the founder of the House of Stuart, James I, who was the first king to rule both England and Scotland simultaneously, styling himself as the "King of Britain." Directly inspired by the distinctive Scottish Unites of James I, this modern commemorative stays true to the original design and updates it for the present-day.
Key Features
- Second coin in the exciting new British Monarchs Collection
- Based on the original numismatic portraiture of James I
- Struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one ounce gold coins: 610
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
James I Unite, ex. Collection of a Scottish Gentleman
The British Monarchs Collection was directly inspired by the distinctive portrait style on the Scottish unites of James I, as seen on this example from the Collection of a Scottish Gentleman.
Henry VII (1485-1509)
The first coin in the British Monarchs Collection celebrates the legacy of the patriarch of the House of Tudor, Henry VII. Based on his iconic "profile issue" groats, the design stays true to the style and fabric of the time, but rendered in such a way to make it clear for the modern audience.
Key Features
- First coin in the exciting new British Monarchs Collection
- Based on the original numismatic portraiture of Henry VII
- One ounce of gold, struck in 999.9 gold to Proof standards
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity from the Royal Mint
- Graded and encapsulated by NGC in either "First Release" or "One of First 100 Struck" labels
- Total mintage of the one ounce gold coins: 610
- Limited quantities available!
Pricing for the One Ounce Gold Coins
- "First Release" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,250*
- "One of First 100 Struck" PR70 Ultra Cameo: $3,750*
* Limit: 5 per customer
Contact us at BritishMonarchs@HA.com to reserve your example of this new, historic series today.
Henry VIII Groat, ex. Eric P. Newman Collection
The same profile portrait style used on the groats of Henry VII was used by his son, Henry VIII, as seen on this example from the Eric P. Newman Collection