The 2021 Queen's Beasts Completer Coin is the official conclusion to The Royal Mint's iconic Queen's Beasts series, which spanned five years and ten heraldic beasts tied to Queen Elizabeth II's lineage. Struck in 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver, this Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) edition unites all ten beasts in a single circular, heraldic montage encircling the Queen herself, symbolizing the totality of royal heritage, power, and protection. This commemorative issue is not tied to a single beast; rather, it is a celebratory synthesis of the entire series, highly sought after by collectors for its artistry and completeness.
Historical Insight:
The Queen's Beasts were inspired by the ten statues displayed at Westminster Abbey during Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953. Each beast reflects a different aspect of British royal ancestry, from Anglo-Saxon lions to Tudor greyhounds and Hanoverian horses. The Completer Coin celebrates this heraldic tradition in its entirety, marking the end of one of The Royal Mint's most successful modern bullion series.
Highlights:
- Denomination: £5 (GBP)
- Year: 2021
- Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Issuer: The Royal Mint (United Kingdom)
- Obverse: Features the fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, with the face value and royal titles inscribed around her effigy.
- Reverse: A stunning full-circle arrangement of all ten Queen's Beasts, including the Lion of England, Red Dragon of Wales, Griffin of Edward III, and others; each rendered in high detail. At the center sits Her Majesty the Queen, representing the culmination of their legacy. The outer ring reads: "QUEEN'S BEASTS," "2 OZ FINE SILVER," "9999," "2021."
- Series: Queen's Beasts Completer Coin (Final Issue)
Specifications
SKU: |
729 |
Year: |
2021 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
5 Pounds |
Mint Mark: |
Not Shown |
Metal Content: |
2 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9999 |
Thickness: |
6 mm |
Diameter: |
38.61 mm |
