closed 1997 Britannia

[woody65]

WTB a 1997 Britannia.

Anyone got one spare or know where to get one?

[Shamatti]

WTB a 1997 Britannia.

Anyone got one spare or know where to get one?

 

I think you'll find that 1997 Britannia's were only produced as proof coins. 1997 was the first year they started to make them in silver. They were 95.8% silver but had a weight of 32.something grams so still had the 1 Oz of fine silver. 

 

I have a proof set of 4, they are very nice. Although starting to tone a little now. I think you can still get the individual coins, but they are hard to find. From 1998 they started to release them as bullion. Still at 95.8% fineness, I forget when they switched to 999.

[UKSILVERCOINS]

looking at about £90 for the Proof 1997 1oz Britannia if you wait for the right price on ebay.

 

do you prefer with box & COA or do you not mind if it just comes in a capsule? 

today on ebay the cheapest is £147

 

looked into purchasing the 1997 4 coin set? Going for around £190 today but closer to £100 if you wait for the price.

[woody65]

Think they originally came out as a proof box set but I was hoping to pick up a loose one. Not really bothered about a box or coa.

[UKSILVERCOINS]

I would suggest keeping an eye out for new ads listed for the 1997 1oz Proof on ebay.

 

One sold 2 days ago for £92

[Shamatti]

I think the set of 4 boxed is a good buy at just under £200 on average. This set seems to hold its price regardless of spot movement. I am hoping it will go up over time, I am hanging on to mine! lol Although I am missing my COA

[woody65]

Weighton coins have got a set for £150 so may go for this one.

[Shamatti]

Weighton coins have got a set for £150 so may go for this one.

 

Nice set, and very good price. I see the 1/10th is slightly tarnished - mine is exactly the same. The capsules are anything but airtight!!!  But this does have a COA, so I would say it is a good buy at that price!

[woody65]

Thanks for the info and advice!!!