2016 Great Britain Royal Mint United Kingdom 8 Gold Coin Set Shakespeare 5 oz.

2016 Great Britain Royal Mint 8-Coin Gold Proof Set – Limited Edition

A highly prestigious release from The Royal Mint, the 2016 UK Gold Proof Coin Set brings together eight significant commemorative issues from an exceptional year in British history. Struck in 22-carat gold to the highest proof standard, the set celebrates national milestones, anniversaries, and historical events with superb artistry and craftsmanship.

Key Details

• Limited Edition Presentation: 150 sets (only 82 pieces minted)

• Total Gold Weight: approx. 154.909g

• Metal Fineness: 22-carat gold

• Condition: Mint, complete with original Royal Mint presentation box and Certificate of Authenticity

Coins Included

1. Queen’s 90th Birthday £5 Gold Coin (2016) – A fitting tribute to Her Majesty’s landmark celebration.

2. 400th Anniversary of the Life of Shakespeare £2 Gold Coin – Tragedies

3. 400th Anniversary of the Life of Shakespeare £2 Gold Coin – Comedies

4. 400th Anniversary of the Life of Shakespeare £2 Gold Coin – Histories – Collectively honouring the Bard’s enduring legacy.

5. 350th Anniversary of The Great Fire of London £2 Gold Coin (2016) – Marking one of the most defining events in British history.

6. 100th Anniversary of the First World War £2 Gold Coin – The Army (2016) – Remembering the bravery and sacrifice of the armed forces.

7. Last Round Pound £1 Gold Coin (2016) – The final issue before the introduction of the 12-sided pound.

8. 950th Anniversary of the Battle of Hastings 50p Gold Coin (2016) – Commemorating a pivotal moment in England’s history.

Overview

With its combination of cultural, historical, and royal themes, this 2016 set stands as one of the most diverse and significant multi-coin gold collections ever issued by The Royal Mint. Its extremely limited mintage ensures enduring desirability among collectors worldwide.