The 2019 Falcon of the Plantagenets 1/4 oz Gold Coin is the sixth installment in The Royal Mint's esteemed Queen's Beasts series. This release honors the heraldic falcon, a powerful symbol of royal lineage, originally associated with Edward III and later adopted by the House of York and the Tudor dynasty.
Historical Insight:
The falcon symbol was used by Edward III to assert his dynastic power and hunting prowess-traits that would later influence the heraldry of the Yorks and Tudors. The open fetterlock represents legitimacy and the claim to the throne. As part of the Queen's Beasts series, this coin brings centuries of British heraldic tradition to life in gold, making it both a historical tribute and a smart investment-grade piece.
Struck in .9999 fine gold with a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish, this coin features the fierce falcon clutching an open fetterlock—a mark of nobility, vigilance, and royal privilege.
Highlights:
- Contains: 1/4 troy oz of .9999 fine (24-karat) gold
- Obverse: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark
- Reverse: The Falcon of the Plantagenets holding a shield with a white falcon and open fetterlock
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Mint: The Royal Mint (UK) — no mint mark
- Series: Queen's Beasts — 6th Release (2019)
Specifications
SKU: |
284 |
Year: |
2019 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
25 Pounds |
Mint Mark: |
Not Shown |
Metal Content: |
0.25 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9999 |
Diameter: |
22 mm |
