1/4 OZ SAINT HELENA GOLD SPADE GUINEA
The 1/4 OZ SAINT HELENA GOLD SPADE GUINEA combines fractional gold ownership, historic British-inspired coinage, and high-purity gold in a distinctive bullion coin. Issued for Saint Helena, this £25 gold coin contains one-quarter troy ounce of .9999 fine gold, offering buyers a convenient way to add fractional gold to a diversified precious metals portfolio. Its traditional Spade Guinea Shield design also makes it an appealing option for collectors interested in historic gold coin designs.
Historic Spade Guinea Shield Design
The Saint Helena Gold Spade Guinea draws inspiration from the historic British Guinea, a gold coin first introduced in the seventeenth century. Its distinctive spade-shaped shield design pays tribute to this numismatic heritage while giving the modern coin a recognizable visual identity.
The obverse of applicable issues features Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait, designed by Raphael Maklouf, along with inscriptions identifying Saint Helena, the denomination, and the year of issue. The reverse displays the Spade Guinea Shield, accompanied by inscriptions indicating the coin’s gold weight and purity.
Struck in .9999 fine gold, the coin contains 24-karat gold and offers a fractional denomination for buyers comparing physical gold products. Its combination of high gold purity and traditional design makes it suitable for both precious metals enthusiasts and collectors of international bullion coins.
Key Specifications
- Coin: Saint Helena Gold Spade Guinea
- Gold Content: 0.25 troy ounce
- Composition: 24-karat gold (.9999 fine)
- Face Value: £25 GBP on standard modern issues
- Total Weight: Approximately 7.78 grams
- Diameter: Approximately 22 mm
- Issuing Territory: Saint Helena
- Design: Spade Guinea Shield
- Obverse Designer: Raphael Maklouf on applicable Queen Elizabeth II issues
- Year: Varies by available issue
Consider the 1/4 OZ Saint Helena Gold Spade Guinea for Your Portfolio
The 1/4 OZ SAINT HELENA GOLD SPADE GUINEA may suit buyers seeking fractional physical gold alongside collectors who appreciate historic British-inspired coinage. Its .9999 fine gold content, recognizable shield design, and quarter-ounce denomination make it worth considering when comparing available precious metals products.
As with any precious metals purchase, gold prices can fluctuate, and premiums over the underlying gold value may vary with market conditions. Compare the total purchase price with the coin’s fine gold content, current market premiums, and condition before investing.









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