Tudor Beasts Lion of England 1/4oz Gold Coin 2022
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🇬🇧 Tudor Beasts Lion of England 2022 – 1/4 oz Gold Coin – English Heraldry in Clear Strength
The Tudor Beasts Lion of England 2022 – 1/4 oz gold coin is an expression of classical British heraldry and part of the “Tudor Beasts” series, which presents selected armorial animals of the English royal house in a calm, structured visual language. This issue is dedicated to the Lion of England, a figure that has stood for courage, dignity, and royal authority for centuries. Struck in gold, the coin unfolds a subdued yet present effect that does not rely on effects, but on material, form, and clear design.
The obverse shows the portrait of King Charles III, factually and calmly modeled with clear line work. The profile appears balanced and composed, without decorative exaggeration or dramatic emphasis. Around the rim are the usual inscriptions with the name of the monarch, the issuing country, the face value, and the year 2022. The lettering is evenly set and remains subordinate to the generous gold surface, so that portrait, inscription, and material form a calm, unified field. The gold reflects light softly and evenly, giving the obverse a warm, open appearance.
The reverse depicts the Lion of England in a concentrated, clearly defined representation. The lion, a traditional symbol of royal strength and steadfastness, stands calmly and without movement, conveying a quiet presence. The lines of the body, mane, and posture are precisely executed, without appearing ornamental. The depiction is deliberately reduced to the essentials, placing the lion at the center as a formal symbol. Integrated into the reverse are the indications of 1/4 oz weight and 9999 gold, discreetly embedded into the field and clearly legible. These details remain subordinate to the overall image and do not disturb the calm impression of the design.
The 1/4 oz denomination offers the motif a balanced amount of space. It is large enough to make the details of the minting clearly visible, while remaining handy in proportion. The gold shows a warm, clear luster that emphasizes the precision of the minting work. The surface appears even and open, with subtle transitions between matte and lightly polished areas that create depth without visual unrest. Light moves calmly across the surface, enhancing the sculptural quality of the motif without forming harsh contrasts. The rim is cleanly finished and integrates unobtrusively into the overall design.
Heraldic beasts such as the Lion of England originate from a historical visual tradition that interweaves identity, heritage, and state authority. On the Tudor Beasts coin, these figures are not shown in narrative scenes, but as concentrated, formally reduced symbols. The lion does not appear in dynamic action, but in a posture that radiates calm, dignity, and clear presence. This stylistic decision gives the motif a timeless quality.
The design follows a clear order: the background is deliberately plain, allowing the lion to stand out clearly. There are no additional symbols or narrative elements that would distract from the central image. This reduction gives the coin a restrained, unobtrusive presence and allows the motif to unfold its meaning with formal clarity.
The Tudor Beasts Lion of England 2022 – 1/4 oz gold coin unites historical heraldry, precise minting artistry, and the quiet presence of gold into a balanced numismatic image. It presents a classical figure of English visual tradition in a concentrated, calm depiction—struck in gold and carried by structure, clarity, and deliberate restraint.
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | Royal Mint |
| Series | Tudor Beasts |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 7.78 gram |
| Gross Weight | 7.78 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1/4 oz |
| Year of issue | 2022 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
| Face value | 25 Pounds |
| Diameter | 22.00 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 25 per tube |