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The Royal Tudor Beasts is a coin series from Great Britain and was first introduced by the Royal Mint in 2021. It is the successor to the globally popular Queens Beasts series. With their symbols, they are reminiscent of the 10 heraldic animals that can be found on the moat bridge of Hampton Court Palace in southwest London. The animals were created under King Henry VIII and represent the royal lineage.
Each coin in the Royal Tudor Beasts series, which you can purchase from philoro, represents a specific heraldic symbol. The Beasts include: the Seymour Panther, the Lion of England, The Bull of Clarence, the Tudor Dragon, the Greyhound of Richmond, the Royal Dragon, the Yale of Beaufort, the Seymour Unicorn, the Queen`s Panther and the Queen`s Lion. The Seymour Panther formed the beginning of the series in 2022 and was subsequently expanded with the others.
Each heraldic animal is not only to be found on Hampton Court Palace, but also represents a piece of history. For example, the Tudors, who ruled England from 1485 to 1603, adopted the dragon as a symbol of their royal Welsh heritage. According to contemporary manuscripts, the Tudor Dragon had a red head, back and wings and a golden underside. The Bull of Clarence, for example, symbolizes power and strength and is associated with the rise of the House of York in the fifteenth century. The Greyhound of Richmond was one of the preferred dog breeds in northern England at the time and stood for honor and independence. The wild and untamed Seymour Unicorn was considered the strongest of all creatures and was displayed at the palace as a clear sign of royal dominance.
The depiction of the Tudor Beasts, such as the Tudor Dragon, the Bull of Clarence, the Seymour Unicorn or the Greyhound of Richmond, is not a direct depiction of the statues, but rather artistically crafted designs by David Lawrence. The obverse shows the heraldic animal, which is bordered with the name of the animal and the year of issue. The reverse shows the famous portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed by Jody Clark. The portrait is surrounded by the words “ELIZABETH II - D-G-REG-F-D” and the face value, for example “100 POUNDS”.
Since 2023, the profile of King Charles III together with the inscription “D.G.REX.F.D” has adorned the value side instead of Queen Elizabeth II. This Latin lettering stands for “Dei Gratia Rex Fidei Defensor”, which translates as “By the Grace of God King, Defender of the Faith”.
The Royal Tudor Beasts gold coin impresses with a fineness of 999.9, while the silver version has a fineness of 999. The Royal Mint's strict quality controls during minting ensure that every coin meets the highest standards. When you purchase a Royal Tudor Beasts coin, you will also receive a numbered certificate of authenticity. Some of the designs are minted on a polished plate. This is one of the most elaborate manufacturing processes and underlines the quality.
Due to their exclusive production, the historical background and the strict worldwide mintage limit, the Royal Tudor Beasts offer a unique collector's value and the opportunity to increase in value. The gold or silver coins are available in various denominations such as 1oz, 5oz, 1kg or 2 kg. The ongoing series expansion makes it extremely popular for collectors and offers both newcomers to numismatics and experts the perfect investment option.
To preserve the beauty and value of each individual Royal Tudor Beast, proper care and storage is very important. We recommend storing them in the original coin case provided or in a suitable coin capsule. You should choose a dry and temperature-stable storage location away from direct sunlight or moisture. This will reduce the risk of discoloration in the long term.
To preserve the shine of the coin in the long term, you should use the right care products and handle it with coin gloves. You can find suitable cleaning utensils in our range of accessories.
When buying, we recommend that you choose a trustworthy retailer. Good customer service and expert advice are very important to help you make the right decision. That's why we at philoro advise you personally, discreetly and without obligation in our stores. Do you have important questions and don't want to come to our store? Of course, we are also there for you on the phone.
At philoro Austria we offer you a large selection of different silver and gold numismatic coins such as the Royal Tudor Beasts (e.g. the Tudor Dragon, the Bull of Clarence, the Seymour Unicorn or the Greyhound of Richmond) in various denominations, of the highest quality and at the best prices. In addition to numismatics, we are also happy to advise you on other investment products such as gold and silver coins, the sale of your products or secure storage systems. Let us convince you and discover philoro's wide range of services.