2025 Gold Sovereign Bullion Coin

The 2025 Gold Sovereign Coin is the UK's official 22-carat bullion coin, offering tax-efficient investments. As the final rose gold sovereign, it is highly sought after, adding to its exclusivity. It does not come with a capsule but you can purchase 22.5mm capsules from us. 

Gold sovereigns allow you to diversify your portfolio with tangible, trusted assets. These gold coins boast a history dating back over 500 years to the Tudor Dynasty, when the House of Tudor ruled England and Wales from 1485 to 1603.

• Fineness: 916.7 / 22 carat gold
• Finish: Bullion
• Gold Content: 0.2354 troy ounces of gold
• Tax Benefits: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
• Weight: 7.98805g (for further Sovereign information and technical specifications see our Sovereign guide).
• Diameter: 22.05mm

As an official Royal Mint partner, Chards sources all new sovereign coins direct from the mint, ensuring their authenticity. 

Our packaging is minimal but secure - this helps us to maintain extremely low premiums compared to the marketplace, with prices checked daily. 

Explore our full range of CGT Free gold sovereign coins for more investment opportunities.

What is Bullion? Bullion refers to precious metals like gold and silver, valued primarily for their weight and purity. It’s typically bought as coins or bars and traded close to its intrinsic metal value. This is irrespective of the coin's condition, unlike proofs and uncirculated products, that may have a value above the intrinsic price. 

Why Buy 2025 Sovereigns?

If you're seeking a gold investment that has been trusted by investors worldwide for centuries, one that offers UK investors the opportunity to maximise returns with exemptions from VAT and Capital Gains Tax, the sovereign is an outstanding choice.

• Fractional Investment: Ideal for those looking to invest smaller amounts.
• Sell What You Need To: Sovereigns make it easy to liquidate small amounts of gold when compared to larger 1 oz coins.
• Tax Advantages: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) for UK residents and VAT-free.
• Trusted British Coinage: Minted by The Royal Mint, these coins are recognised in both the UK and internationally.
• The Last Rose Gold Sovereign: Own the final rose gold coins before they’re replaced with a yellow-gold version in 2026.

Want to know the difference between 22 carat and 24 carat gold? 

2026 Sovereign Launch Date

The 2025 bullion Sovereign range was released for pre-sale on 4th November 2024, and officially launched a week later, on 11th November 2024.

Royal Mint Official Partner

Chards is an official partner of The Royal Mint, and our products are directly sourced from their mint headquarters in Llantrisant, Wales.

Can I Buy 2025 Gold Sovereigns in Larger Quantities?

Investing in larger quantities? Orders of 25 gold sovereign coins will be supplied in a protective tube, ensuring your coins are safely secured. For orders of 500 gold sovereign coins, we include a monster box at no additional cost, offering optimal protection for your gold investment.

Shop Bullion Sovereigns

Are you interested in browsing our complete range of bullion sovereign coins, featuring either the classic reverse design of St. George and the dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci, or special one-off designs to commemorate occasions such as British monarch jubilees.

Since 1489, many British monarchs have had sovereign coins issued under their reign, featuring their likeness on the obverse side of the British sovereign coin.

Sell Your Sovereign Coins to Chards

Are you ready to sell your gold sovereign coins to Chards? We guarantee competitive rates to all sellers, whether you choose to visit us in our showroom, use our postal service, or opt for our distance buy-in service.

History of the Gold Sovereigns

The English sovereign was first issued as a gold hammered coin in 1489 for the King Henry VII. Designed by German engraver, Alexander of Bruchsal, the obverse featured the King in his coronation robes seated upon his throne, symbolising the power, success and splendour of the fledgling Tudor dynasty. 

Although the first British gold sovereign was issued in 1489 for Henry VII, the modern gold sovereign was first struck in 1817 under George III. Issued with a nominal value of one pound, it was a circulation coin in Britain until the middle of World War I and abroad until 1932. The sovereign was reintroduced in 1957 as an investment coin to meet demand for gold bullion.

Today, the vast majority of British gold sovereigns showcase Benedetto Pistrucci's St George and the dragon design on the reverse, paired with various monarchs over time.

What Is Capital Gains Tax?

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a form of levies imposed on the profit garnered from the sale of assets, such as real estate, investments, and collectibles. In the United Kingdom, the present CGT allowance is £3,000 per annum per individual, which implies that one can earn up to £3,000 from the sale of assets prior to being subject to CGT. Read our CGT guide for more information to see what bullion coins are exempt from CGT and the ones which are.

Explore our 2025 gold sovereign bullion coins, for more options to diversify your portfolios. You may also be interested in browsing our full range of gold sovereigns coins.

The obverse of the coin features the official UK coinage uncrowned portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Martin Jennings.

The inscription on the coin reads:

· CHARLES III · DEI · GRA · REX · FID · DEF ·

The reverse showcases Benedetto Pistrucci's iconic design of St. George slaying the dragon. Saint George is depicted on horseback, with the horse rearing towards the grounded dragon as George prepares to deliver the final blow.

2025 B.P.