2021 Great Britain £2 1-oz Silver Queen’s Beasts Griffin of Edward III Proof

Bring Home the Griffin of Edward III — The Final Release in the Queen’s Beasts Series!

When Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II received her crown on June 2, 1953, ten symbolic creatures, each representing a part of her centuries-long royal lineage, stood guard outside the coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey. One of those six-foot-tall sculptures standing in silent deference was the Griffin of Edward III, an honorable creature that is also the tenth — and final — proof release in The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts series.

A Design Based In British Royalty

This Griffin of Edward III coin bears a legal-tender denomination of £2 (two pounds) and is struck in a full ounce of highly pure 99.9% fine silver. The symbolic coin depicts the powerful half-eagle, half-lion beast standing over a Windsor Castle shield. The shield’s badge shows the Round Tower of Windsor Castle with the Royal Standard flying from the turrets surrounded by two branches of oak and the royal crown.

The use of the Griffin in Royal Heraldry dates back to Edward III, who reigned from 1327 to 1377. One of the most powerful kings in medieval times, Edward built England’s military into one of Europe’s most formidable forces. Along with his son, the famous Black Prince, Edward led England into the 100 Years War with France and thoroughly routed the French army at the decisive Battle of Crécy in 1346 that resulted in an English foothold in France that lasted for more than 200 years. Edward, who was known to have had many items embroidered with griffins — including his signet seal — elevated the Griffin to royal status. The Griffin is the mythological guardian of sacred objects and a protector against evil. As the founder of the Order of the Garter at Windsor Castle, Edward III’s Griffin forms the centerpiece of the modern-day House of Windsor’s badge.

Gorgeous Proof Condition and Original Mint Packaging

This wonderful coin revives that exciting herald in a breathtaking way that is the equal to each entry in the incredibly popular Queen’s Beasts series that has come before it. Plus, each 2021 Great Britain One-Ounce Silver Queen’s Beasts Griffin of Edward III Proof available in this offer was expertly crafted by the mint from hand-selected planchets, polished dies and multiple strikes to produce beautifully frosted details rising over mirror-like fields. Each coin will also come beautifully housed in its original government packaging that consists of a presentation case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity from The Royal Mint along with a booklet about the history of The Queen’s Beasts.

These releases often completely sell out, so don’t wait for there to be an unfillable hole in your collection. Secure your Griffin of Edward III Proof now!

COIN HIGHLIGHTS:

• FINAL RELEASE IN QUEEN’S BEASTS SERIES – The Griffin of Edward III coin is the final release in The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts proof series. The Griffin is shown standing over a Windsor Castle shield. The coin’s obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
• STRUCK IN HIGHLY PURE SILVER – Each of these Queen’s Beasts Griffin of Edward III Coins are struck in a full ounce of 99.9% fine silver and measures 38.61 mm in diameter.
• LEGAL TENDER – These 2021 Great Britain One-Ounce Silver Queen’s Beasts Griffin of Edward III Coins are £2 (two pounds) legal tender in the United Kingdom.
• GORGEOUS PROOF CONDITION – Your 2021 Great Britain One-Ounce Silver Queen’s Beasts Griffin of Edward III Proof features beautifully frosted details rising over mirror-like fields.
• LOW LIMITED EDITION – The maximum worldwide limited edition for the 2021 Great Britain One-Ounce Silver Queen’s Beasts Griffin of Edward III Proof has been set at just 4,560.

Part lion, part eagle, the Griffin of Edward III is here — but only for so long! Reserve yours now by simply clicking it to your cart!