Gold Coin 250th Anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence 1 oz Gold 2026

250th Anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence Gold Coin 1 oz Gold 2026 is a commemorative bullion issue prepared by The Royal Mint to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence. Proclaimed on July 4, 1776, the document became the foundation for the creation of the independent United States and one of the most important acts in the history of modern democracy. The coin’s design was created in collaboration with the Museum of the American Revolution.

The coin was struck from 1 ounce of pure .9999 fine gold in Brilliant Uncirculated standard. It has a diameter of 32.69 mm and a face value of 100 British pounds. The issue combines American symbolism with the centuries-old minting expertise of The Royal Mint, making it a unique tribute to an event that permanently changed the course of history.

Obverse features the official effigy of King Charles III by Martin Jennings, together with traditional inscriptions and the coin’s face value.

Reverse depicts a majestic American bald eagle and a quill pen symbolizing the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The varied surface finish highlights the symbolic transition from the birth of a new nation to its development over the following 250 years. The design is completed by the inscription “250th ANNIVERSARY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE”, emphasizing the commemorative nature of the issue.