2026 Gold BU Quintuple Sovereign Coin

The 2026 Gold Brilliant Uncirculated Quintuple Sovereign brings back the traditional and much-loved yellow gold finish, and is the largest Sovereign ever produced in the series. Issued by The Royal Mint, this return is expected to make the 2026 Sovereign one of the most sought-after UK proof coin releases of the past 20 years.

• Fineness: 0.9167 / 22 carat gold
• Finish: BU yellow gold (fully-frosted)
• Pure Metal Content: 1.1771 troy ounce of gold
• Tax Benefits: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
• Weight: 39.94g
• Diameter: 36.02mm
• Limited Edition Presentation: 350 coins
• Maximum Coin Mintage: 360 coins

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. 

What is Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)? BU coins are newly minted coins that have never been in circulation. They are considered to be in better condition than typical bullion coins but not as great as proof condition coins.

You might also be interested in our full range of Gold Proof Sovereigns.

Why Should You Invest in Sovereigns?

Trusted by investors worldwide for centuries, offering UK investors the opportunity to maximise returns with exemptions from VAT and Capital Gains Tax.

Sovereigns are an ideal entry point into precious metals due to their lower gold content compared to other popular world bullion coins, making them more affordable.

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.

Yellow Gold Sovereigns

After conducting a survey in 2024, the Royal Mint found that investors favoured returning to the traditional 'yellow gold' colour instead of the 'rose gold' used in recent years. It was announced that the 2025 coins would be the final ones issued in 'rose gold', with the 2026 coins returning to the traditional yellow colour.

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.

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.

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

The reverse features Benedetto Pistrucci's iconic design of St. George slaying the dragon.