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🇬🇧 Music Legends Queen 2020 – 1 oz Silver Coin – British Rock History in Classic BU Finish
The Music Legends Queen 2020 – 1 oz silver coin is part of a Royal Mint series honoring significant artists in British music history. The band Queen is among the most influential groups in rock music, known for its musical diversity and distinctive visual identity. This issue presents the band’s iconic symbol in a clear and structured design, struck in a classic Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish.
The obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark. The profile is rendered in precise line work, depicting the monarch wearing a crown in a calm and balanced representation. Surrounding inscriptions read ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 2 POUNDS · 2020, indicating the face value, issuing country, and year of issue. The design follows the traditional structure of British coinage and appears clearly organized.
The reverse shows the well-known crest of the band Queen, created by Chris Facey. The design is based on an original concept by Freddie Mercury and combines several heraldic elements. It features two lions, a crab, two fairies, and a crown, forming a symbolic composition. Above the motif appears the inscription “QUEEN”, clearly identifying the design. The arrangement of elements is balanced and structurally clear.
The engraving is precisely executed, giving the motif a distinct sculptural depth. In particular, the individual figures of the crest are carefully modeled and clearly defined. In the BU finish, the surface exhibits a uniform, lightly lustrous appearance, allowing the details to appear calm and well-defined. Light moves evenly across the surface, highlighting the contours of the design.
Along the rim of the design side are the specifications 1 oz silver and 999 fine silver. These details are harmoniously integrated into the coin’s design and blend subtly into the overall composition.
The 1 oz denomination provides a balanced surface area, allowing the details of the crest to stand out clearly. The silver displays an even luster, while the precise engraving emphasizes the fine structures. The rim forms a clean finish, reinforcing the coin’s clear and structured design.
The band Queen is one of the most recognized groups in rock music and remains closely connected to British musical history. Their visual identity and music have had a lasting impact over decades.
The Music Legends Queen 2020 – 1 oz silver coin (BU) combines this musical heritage with modern minting craftsmanship. It presents the band’s crest in a clear and refined design—struck in silver and executed with precision, structure, and timeless elegance.
| Metal | Silver |
| Form | Silver Coin |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | Royal Mint |
| Series | Music Legends |
| Purity | 999/1000 |
| Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
| Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1 oz |
| Year of issue | 2020 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
| Face value | 2 Pound |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Mintage | 25000 |
| Packaging | in Capsule |
| Packaging Unit | 10 enrolled |
| Large Packaging 2 | 100 per Box |