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🇬🇧 Queen’s Beasts White Lion of Mortimer 2020 – 2 oz Silver Coin – Heraldic Lion of English History
The Queen’s Beasts White Lion of Mortimer 2020 – 2 oz silver coin is part of the well-known Queen’s Beasts series, which depicts the heraldic animals of the British monarchy. The series draws inspiration from the ten stone statues placed before Westminster Abbey during the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. Each release focuses on one of these historical heraldic symbols, combining classical heraldry with modern minting craftsmanship. The 2020 issue highlights the White Lion of Mortimer, an important heraldic creature connected to English history.
The obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The monarch’s profile is rendered in calm, clear lines, following the traditional style of British coin portraits. The depiction appears balanced and dignified. Surrounding inscriptions include the name of the Queen, the issuing country United Kingdom, the face value, and the year of issue 2020. The restrained design of the field allows the portrait to stand out clearly, creating a harmonious balance between image and text.
The reverse shows the White Lion of Mortimer, a heraldic lion with pale fur and a powerful stance. The animal stands upright behind a shield, holding it with both forepaws. The lion appears alert and dignified, while the mane and fur structure are finely modeled. The shield features a heraldic design with a rose and additional ornamental elements, referencing historic coats of arms associated with English noble families.
The depiction of the lion appears powerful yet clearly structured. The fine lines of the mane and the muscular form of the body give the motif distinct sculptural depth. Light and shadow move across the relief surface, making the engraved details particularly vivid. This creates a lively representation while preserving the calm composition of the coin.
Along the rim of the design side appear the inscriptions WHITE LION OF MORTIMER together with the specifications 2 oz of silver and 999.9 fine silver. These details are harmoniously integrated into the design, remaining visually unobtrusive.
The 2 oz denomination provides a generous surface area, allowing the heraldic motif to stand out particularly clearly. The bright silver gives the coin a clean luster, while the precise engraving highlights the details of the lion and shield. The rim of the coin forms a clean frame, reinforcing the balanced composition.
The White Lion of Mortimer is a historic heraldic creature associated with the English noble Mortimer family. In heraldry, the lion symbolizes courage, strength, and royal dignity.
The Queen’s Beasts White Lion of Mortimer 2020 – 2 oz silver coin combines this heraldic tradition with modern coin minting. It presents the white lion as a powerful symbol of English history—struck in silver and designed with precision, structure, and timeless elegance.
| Metal | Silver |
| Form | Silver Coin |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Issuer | Royal Mint |
| Manufacturer | Royal 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 | 2020 |
| 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 |