Queen's Beasts Yale 2oz Silver Coin 2019 (margin scheme)
The Queen's Beasts Yale of Beaufort 2oz silver coin is a part of a series of coins produced by the Royal Mint in the United Kingdom. This series features designs representing the ten heraldic statues that stood guard at the coronation ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. Each coin in the series depicts one of these mythical creatures, symbolising different aspects of British royal history and heritage.
The Yale is one of these creatures and is depicted on the reverse of the Yale of Beaufort 2oz Silver Coin 2019 as a mythical beast that resembles a mixture of a goat, an antelope and a lion, with large horns, cloven hooves and a muscular body. Designed by renowned artist Jody Clark, it captures the powerful and regal creature, embodying qualities of strength, courage, and resilience.
The obverse of the coin displays a low relief portrait of Elizabeth II, also designed by Jody Clark. It includes the denomination of the coin of five pounds as legal tender in the UK.
The Queen's Beasts Yale of Beaufort 2oz Silver Coin 2019 contains two troy ounces of 999.9 fine silver which equates to a metric weight of 62.206 grams. The coin is 38.61 mm in diameter and has a thickness of 6.00 mm. The Queen’s Beasts Yale of Beaufort Bullion Coin 2019 is also available as a 1oz and ¼ oz coin in fine gold.
The Queen's Beasts series has gained widespread acclaim amongst collectors for its rich historical context and exquisite craftsmanship. The Yale of Beaufort, much like its counterparts, showcases intricate designs and superior artistry, cementing its status as a coveted treasure in numerous collections.
| Metal | Silver |
| Form | Silver Coin |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Issuer | Royal Mint |
| Manufacturer | The Royal British Mint |
| Series | Queen's Beasts |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 62.20 gram |
| Gross Weight | 62.206 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 2 oz |
| Year of issue | 2019 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 5 Pounds |
| Thickness | 6.00 mm |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Packaging | Single in Pouch |
| Packaging Unit | 10 per tube |
| Large Packaging 2 | 200 per box |