The holder in the photograph is an example. We confirm the exact grade of the coin you would receive when you enquire.
Graded gold coin
2026 Royal Arms1oz Gold Coin
NGC · MS67+
The 2026 Royal Arms is a one ounce gold coin from The Royal Mint, and the first bullion coin to carry King Charles III’s Coat of Arms.
This coin is graded by NGC at MS67+ and sealed in a tamper-evident holder.
It is UK legal tender with a face value, so it is free of Capital Gains Tax for UK residents, and it qualifies for exemption from UK VAT as investment gold.
Gold content
1 troy oz
Fineness
999.9
Year
2026
Graded by NGC
MS67+
Face value
£100
Legal tender
United Kingdom
Price and availability
By enquiry
Delivery
Insured, tracked
Free of CGT for UK residents
No VAT on investment gold
Graded NGC MS67+
We come back with the current price, availability and the grade of your coin.
From 2019 the Royal Arms range carried Elizabeth II’s Coat of Arms. 2025 was its final year.
For 2026 the reverse carries the Coat of Arms of His Majesty King Charles III for the first time, designed by heraldic artist Timothy Noad. Only 5,000 were minted worldwide.
Ours is sealed in an NGC holder. Use the viewer below to turn the coin over.
First of the reign
The first King Charles III Coat of Arms on a bullion coin.
5,000 minted
A limited mintage worldwide.
Sent to you insured
Every order is fully insured and sent with a tracking number.
Tap the coin to turn it over
Two sides, one coin.
Turn the Royal Arms over. One side shows the King’s Coat of Arms, the other shows King Charles III.
The Royal Arms
The Tudor Crown sits above the King’s motto, Dieu et mon droit, ‘God and my right’.
The shield carries the three lions of England, the red lion of Scotland and the harp of Ireland.
Supported by the crowned lion and the unicorn, designed by Timothy Noad.
King Charles III
A portrait of King Charles III by Martin Jennings.
The inscription names the monarch and gives the face value, 100 pounds, which is what makes it UK legal tender.
The face value is also the reason UK residents pay no Capital Gains Tax on this coin.
Coin specifications
Year
2026
Issued by
The Royal Mint
Metal
Gold
Fineness
999.9 fine gold (24 carat)
Gold content
1 troy ounce (31.1035g)
Face value
£100
Legal tender
United Kingdom
Obverse
King Charles III by Martin Jennings
Diameter
32.69mm
Reverse designer
Timothy Noad
Mintage
5,000 worldwide
Graded by
NGC
Grade
MS67+
Tax
No CGT for UK residents, no VAT on investment gold*
Price
By enquiry
Delivery
Insured, tracked
*We confirm this for the specific sale.
Why graded
Checked by someonewho is not selling it.
A grader at Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) has looked at this coin, confirmed it is genuine and given it a grade: MS67+. We only supply graded coins from NGC or PCGS.
Both services use the same 70-point scale. Every coin we list is graded by NGC or PCGS. We confirm the exact grade of your coin when you enquire.
The coin is then sealed in a rigid holder that shows the grade and a certification number. If the holder has been opened, you can see it.
Graded MS67+
A high Mint State grade from NGC.
Authenticity checked
An independent service has confirmed the coin is genuine.
Sealed holder
The coin stays protected, with its grade written on the label.
Easy to compare
A shared scale lets you compare like with like.
What it means for you.
The Royal Arms is gold, UK legal tender and independently graded. Here is what that means for a UK buyer.
General product information, not personal financial or tax advice. Tax treatment depends on your circumstances and can change.
Free of Capital Gains Tax
A coin from the Royal Mint with a face value is UK legal tender, and UK residents pay no Capital Gains Tax on gains from it.
The Royal Arms has a face value of £100, so it qualifies.
No VAT on investment gold
This coin qualifies for exemption from UK VAT under HMRC’s investment gold rules.
We confirm the details on your quotation.
Gold you can weigh
This piece holds one troy ounce of gold, which is 31.1035g.
That gives you a clear weight to compare, whatever the design.
Something you can hold
Physical gold is yours to keep. Every order is fully insured and sent with a tracking number.
A graded coin also comes with a recorded grade and a sealed holder.
Questions people ask about this coin.
What is the Royal Arms?
The 2026 Royal Arms is a one ounce gold coin from The Royal Mint, and the first bullion coin to carry King Charles III’s Coat of Arms.
How much gold does it hold?
One troy ounce, which is 31.1035g. The metal is 999.9 fine gold (24 carat).
Do I pay Capital Gains Tax on it?
Not if you are a UK resident. The coin is UK legal tender with a face value of £100, and gains on British legal currency are free of Capital Gains Tax. Please take your own advice for your circumstances.
Is there VAT to pay?
This coin qualifies for exemption from UK VAT under HMRC’s investment gold rules. We confirm the details on your quotation.
What does MS67+ mean?
MS stands for Mint State, which means no wear from circulation. The grade sits on a 70-point scale, and MS70 is the top. MS67+ is a high Mint State grade on the 70-point scale. The plus marks the top of the MS67 band.
How many were minted?
5,000 worldwide.
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