The 2026 1oz St George and the Dragon coin is a British gold coin, minted by The Royal Mint. The weight of the coin is 31.21 grams with a fineness of 999.9 (24 carat gold), meaning it contains 31.1035 grams of pure gold. The diameter of the coin is 32.69mm. The coin has a face value of 100 Pounds and is legal tender in the UK.

The legendary tale of St George and the Dragon has inspired generations, symbolising courage, strength, and the triumph of good over evil. With origins dating back to the medieval period, the story remains one of the most enduring and recognisable motifs in British coinage.

The Royal Mint continues this tradition in 2026 with the third release in its modern bullion series. This edition introduces a new interpretation by designer Sandra Deiana, offering a fresh and dynamic portrayal of the iconic battle while remaining rooted in historical symbolism.

The reverse features Sandra Deiana’s powerful depiction of St George in combat with the dragon, enhanced with an inscription inspired by the historic George noble and refined micro-text security features for added protection and authenticity.

The obverse features the official King Charles III portrait by Martin Jennings, accompanied by the legend ‘CHARLES III·D·G·REX·F·D·100 POUNDS’.

Struck in 999.9 fine gold to bullion standard, the 2026 St George and the Dragon coin combines investment-grade precious metal with a timeless design, making it an ideal choice for both investors and collectors.