The tenth and final release in The Royal Mint's iconic Queen's Beasts series, the 2021 White Greyhound of Richmond gold coin celebrates one of the noble beasts associated with the royal Tudor lineage. The white greyhound symbolizes loyalty, speed, and determination-traits that Henry VII sought to emphasize when he united the warring houses of York and Lancaster.
Historical Insight:
The White Greyhound of Richmond was a personal badge of Henry VII, symbolizing the union of the red and white roses and the strength of the Tudor dynasty. This final entry in the Queen's Beasts series brings the collection full circle, emphasizing loyalty and lineage in a stunning display of British heraldry. It remains a fitting conclusion to one of the most beloved modern coin series from The Royal Mint.
Struck in 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine gold, this Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coin concludes the heraldic series with elegance and strength, capturing the attention of collectors and investors alike.
Highlights:
- Contains: 1 troy oz of .9999 fine (24-karat) gold
- Obverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark
- Reverse: The White Greyhound of Richmond standing behind a Tudor rose shield, designed by Jody Clark
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Mint: The Royal Mint (UK) — no mint mark as issued
- Series: Queen's Beasts (coin #2 of 10, 2016-2021)
Specifications
SKU: |
278 |
Year: |
2021 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
100 Pounds |
Mint Mark: |
Not Shown |
Metal Content: |
1 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9999 |
Thickness: |
2.7 mm |
Diameter: |
32.69 mm |
