© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II White Lion of Mortimer; Silver Proof
2021 year| Silver (.999) | 62.42 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.42 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#298865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
White Lion of Mortimer supporting a shield portraying a white rose en soleil, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 2021 ·
JC
WHITE LION OF MORTIMER
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first design in The Queen's Beast series which began in 2016, there are 10 Beasts in total which are a representation of the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History.This strike was only part of the complete 10-coin set issued at the completion of the coin series. The 2021 design was also issued in silver and gold proof. Issue Limit: 300
©The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
The White Lion of Mortimer on the 2021 Silver Proof 5 Pound coin is a symbol of the British monarchy's rich history and legacy. The lion is a representation of the Plantagenet dynasty, which ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century, and has been featured on various coins throughout history. The inclusion of the White Lion of Mortimer on this coin highlights the enduring legacy of the British monarchy and its significance in the country's history and culture.
