The Lion and The Eagle 1/2 oz Silver 2026

The Royal Tudor Beasts: Queen’s Lion 2 oz Silver 2026 is a striking bullion coin struck from two ounces of pure 999.9 fine silver. It is part of the prestigious Royal Tudor Beasts series, inspired by the heraldic beast sculptures that guard the entrance to Hampton Court Palace – one of King Henry VIII’s most important residences.

The theme of this issue is the Queen’s Lion – a proud and powerful heraldic symbol created at the command of Henry VIII to mark his marriage to Jane Seymour. The lion holds a shield bearing Jane Seymour’s royal badge, symbolising her position and the legacy of the Tudor dynasty. The reverse was designed by acclaimed artist David Lawrence, with the project developed in cooperation with Historic Royal Palaces, the institution responsible for preserving Britain’s most important royal residences.

The coin has a diameter of 38.61 mm, a weight of 62.2 g, and a face value of £5. Its combination of historical significance and bullion character makes it appealing to both collectors and investors.

Reverse: The Queen’s Lion, a proud and powerful symbol, supports a shield with Jane Seymour’s royal badge, representing her status and Tudor heritage. Above the lion is the inscription “QUEEN'S LION”, with the year of issue 2026 below.

Obverse: Portrait of King Charles III surrounded by his name, royal titles, the face value, and the year of issue 2026.