The Lion of England leads the charge in the Royal Mint's Tudor Beasts series, a successor to the Queens Beasts line. This inaugural release honors the ten heraldic statues that line the Moat Bridge at Hampton Court Palace, originally commissioned by Henry VIII. Struck in 1 oz of .9995 fine platinum, this bold coin captures the Lion's raw power and regal symbolism as the royal protector of the Tudor dynasty.
Collector Insight:
With the Queen;s Beasts series concluded, collectors and investors turned eagerly to the Tudor Beasts, making this first release--the Lion of England--a must-have. The coin offers both historical reverence and modern bullion appeal, and its limited mintage in platinum adds to its long-term desirability.
Highlights:
- Legal tender with a £100 GBP face value
- Contains 1 troy oz of .9995 fine platinum
- Brilliant Uncirculated condition
- Produced by The Royal Mint
- Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark
- Reverse: The Lion of England, ferocious and crowned, holding a shield with the Tudor rose
- First release in the Tudor Beasts Platinum Series
Specifications
SKU: |
915 |
Year: |
2022 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
100 Pounds |
Mint Mark: |
Not Shown |
Metal Content: |
1 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9995 |
Thickness: |
1.8 mm |
Diameter: |
32.69 mm |
