2 oz 2016 Queen's Beasts Lion of England Silver Coin | The Royal Mint

2 oz 2016 Queen's Beasts Lion of England Silver Coin | The Royal Mint

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This coin is the first two ounce silver coin released by the Royal Mint, and the first in a series of 10 coins.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

Ships individually in protective packaging
Consisting of 2 oz of 9999 Fine Silver
Obverse: Features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Reverse: Features a depiction of a crowned Lion of England holding a heraldic shield in a protective stance, the year of release, the words “LION OF ENGLAND” along with the metal type, weight and purity

The Tudor Beasts were created during the reign of Henry VIII to legitimize the Tudor dynasty through the symbolic traits carried by each of the ten distinct beasts. Five of the beasts belonged to the King and the other five to the Queen.

The Lion of England is represented as a fierce and courageous beast and has been featured on the shield of England since its creation in the 12th century. The lion represents courage, strength, dignity and pride - Traits that were not found on animals native to the country at the time, and for that reason they chose the mighty feline to represent them.

ABOUT THE ROYAL MINT

The Royal Mint is internationally recognized as one of the most prestigious and highly acclaimed mints in the world with a history of over 1100 years. The Royal Mint produces original coin collections, investment grade bullion, as well as currency for over 60 countries including the United Kingdom. Popular series from The Royal Mint include the Britannia products, Queen’s Beast, British Music Legends, and Myths and Legends.

Specifications

SKU: 4336
Finish: Lightly Used
Designer: Jody Clark
Year: 2016
Denomination: GBP 5
First Released: 2016
Reverse: Stylized image of the Lion of England holding the shield of the Royal Family and the words "Lion of England 1 oz Fine Silver 9999 2016"
Obverse: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II and the words "Elizabeth II D.G. Regina Reg Fid 5 Pounds"
Purity: 9999
Manufacturer: Royal Mint
Country: United Kingdom

Weight: 2 oz
Average Thickness (mm): 5.8
Diameter (mm): 38.61

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Royal MintRoyal Mint2 oz 2016 Queen's Beasts Lion of England Silver Coin | The Royal Mint

This coin is the first two ounce silver coin released by the Royal Mint, and the first in a series of 10 coins. COIN HIGHLIGHTS *Ships individually in protective packaging *Consisting of 2 oz of 9999 Fine Silver *Obverse: Features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II *Reverse: Features a depiction of a crowned Lion of England holding a heraldic shield in a protective stance, the year of release, the words “LION OF ENGLAND” along with the metal type, weight and purity The Tudor Beasts were created during the reign of Henry VIII to legitimize the Tudor dynasty through the symbolic traits carried by each of the ten distinct beasts. Five of the beasts belonged to the King and the other five to the Queen. The Lion of England is represented as a fierce and courageous beast and has been featured on the shield of England since its creation in the 12th century. The lion represents courage, strength, dignity and pride - Traits that were not found on animals native to the country at the time, and for that reason they chose the mighty feline to represent them. ABOUT THE ROYAL MINT The Royal Mint is internationally recognized as one of the most prestigious and highly acclaimed mints in the world with a history of over 1100 years. The Royal Mint produces original coin collections, investment grade bullion, as well as currency for over 60 countries including the United Kingdom. Popular series from The Royal Mint include the Britannia products, Queen’s Beast, British Music Legends, and Myths and Legends.