1/10 oz Gold Royal Arms Bullion Coin .9999 Fine – 2024 Royal Mint

The Gold British Royal Arms 1/10 oz coin is a Brilliant Uncirculated bullion coin struck by The Royal Mint in London, containing one-tenth of a troy ounce of .9999 fine gold and carrying a legal face value of 10 Pounds as official British currency. Buyers are drawn to its exceptional purity, its compact and affordable entry point into Royal Mint gold, and its historically significant reverse — Timothy Noad's reinterpretation of Eric Sewell's classic quartered Royal Arms shield design set against a radial background. The obverse features the effigy of King Charles III, making this the first coin in the Royal Arms series to bear his portrait.

Specifications

• Purity.9999
• ManufacturerThe Royal Mint
• Thickness1.8 mm
• Diameter16.5 mm
• SeriesThe Royal Arms
• Packaging TypeIndividual protective plastic
• Metal Weight0.1 troy oz (1/10 oz)
• DesignObverse: effigy of King Charles III with year and face value of 10 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is the Gold British Royal Arms 1/10 oz coin?

It is a Brilliant Uncirculated gold bullion coin produced by The Royal Mint, part of the Royal Arms series. The reverse displays the quartered Royal Arms shield representing the nations of the United Kingdom, while the obverse carries the effigy of King Charles III along with the year of issue and a face value of 10 Pounds. It is legal tender in the United Kingdom.

How much gold does this coin contain, and what is its purity?

Each coin contains exactly 0.1 troy ounce (1/10 oz) of gold at a purity of .9999 fine — often referred to as four-nines fine, which represents 99.99% pure gold.

Who designed this coin, and what makes the design notable?

The reverse design was created by Timothy Noad, who reinterpreted the original Royal Arms artwork by Eric Sewell. The quartered shield represents the nations of the United Kingdom and is set against a radial background. The obverse bears the effigy of King Charles III, which is a historic first for the Royal Arms coin series.

How is the coin packaged when I receive it?

Individual coins are delivered in protective plastic packaging to preserve their Brilliant Uncirculated condition and protect the surfaces from handling or environmental exposure.

What are the coin's physical dimensions?

The coin measures 16.5 mm in diameter and 1.8 mm in thickness.

Is this coin eligible for inclusion in a gold IRA or self-directed retirement account?

Gold coins held in an IRA must meet IRS requirements, which include a minimum fineness of .995. At .9999 fine, this coin meets that purity threshold. However, IRA custodians may have additional requirements regarding coin type or mint of origin, so it is worth confirming eligibility directly with your IRA custodian before purchasing for that purpose.