2027 Gold Sovereign Bullion Coin

The 2027 gold bullion sovereigns will likely be released in late 2026. Click 'register your interest' to be notified once these coins are in stock. 

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

• 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: 7.98g
• Diameter: 22.05mm

These bullion coins are sourced directly from The Royal Mint and do not come with a capsule or certificate but you can purchase a 22.5mm coin capsule with your order.

Royal Mint Official Partner

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

Helpful Information

What is Bullion? Bullion refers to metals like gold and silver, valued primarily for their weight and purity. 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 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.

As in previous years we expect the coin to feature an uncrowned portrait of King Charles III. 

We expect the coin to feature Benedetto Pistrucci's St George and the Dragon design.