2021 2 Oz Silver Great Britain Queen's Beasts (Greyhound) - BU

Buyback price:  $111.56
Bullion Standard Pro Buyback price:  $113.15

Product ID: BST-00043756D4

Specifications

Year 2021
Precious Metal Type Silver
Bullion Coin Type Queen's Beasts
Format Coin
Country of Origin Great Britain
Brand/Mint The Royal Mint
Purity 0.9999
Weight 2 oz
Thickness (mm) 6 mm
Diameter (mm) 38.1 mm
Inner Pack (Quantity) 10
Outer Pack (Quantity) 200
Grade BU

Product Details

Overview of the 2021 Queen's Beasts Greyhound 2 oz Silver Coin

The 2021 Queen's Beasts Greyhound is a 2 troy oz silver coin struck by The Royal Mint of the United Kingdom, carrying .9999 fine silver purity and a face value of 5 pounds sterling as legal tender. It belongs to the acclaimed Queen's Beasts series, a ten-coin program featuring the heraldic guardians that flanked the young Queen Elizabeth II during her 1953 coronation. The Greyhound of Richmond stands as one of the final releases in that series, making it one of the more sought-after entries among collectors and bullion buyers alike.

We carry the coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, reflecting the standard of quality The Royal Mint maintains for its bullion-grade releases. At 2 oz, this coin occupies a compelling space between standard one-ounce bullion coins and larger format pieces, offering meaningful silver content in a visually substantial format.

History and Background

The Queen's Beasts series was launched by The Royal Mint in 2016, drawing directly from the ten heraldic animal sculptures created by sculptor James Woodford for Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 coronation at Westminster Abbey. Each beast represent

Overview of the 2021 Queen's Beasts Greyhound 2 oz Silver Coin

The 2021 Queen's Beasts Greyhound is a 2 troy oz silver coin struck by The Royal Mint of the United Kingdom, carrying .9999 fine silver purity and a face value of 5 pounds sterling as legal tender. It belongs to the acclaimed Queen's Beasts series, a ten-coin program featuring the heraldic guardians that flanked the young Queen Elizabeth II during her 1953 coronation. The Greyhound of Richmond stands as one of the final releases in that series, making it one of the more sought-after entries among collectors and bullion buyers alike.

We carry the coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, reflecting the standard of quality The Royal Mint maintains for its bullion-grade releases. At 2 oz, this coin occupies a compelling space between standard one-ounce bullion coins and larger format pieces, offering meaningful silver content in a visually substantial format.

History and Background

The Queen's Beasts series was launched by The Royal Mint in 2016, drawing directly from the ten heraldic animal sculptures created by sculptor James Woodford for Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 coronation at Westminster Abbey. Each beast represented a branch of the royal lineage, and together they formed a powerful symbolic tableau of the monarchy's ancestry and continuity.

The Greyhound of Richmond traces its origin to King Henry VII, whose family used the white greyhound as a symbol of speed, loyalty, and nobility. It later appeared on the arms of Henry VIII and remained a recurring figure in Tudor heraldry. As one of the final coins released in the Queen's Beasts program, the Greyhound holds additional weight for collectors who sought to complete the full series.

The Royal Mint, headquartered in Llantrisant, Wales, is one of the oldest operating mints in the world, with a history spanning over 1,100 years. Its reputation for precision craftsmanship and consistent production quality has made its bullion programs widely recognized across international markets.

Design and Aesthetics

The reverse of this coin features the Greyhound of Richmond rendered in bold relief, shown in a rearing stance with shield raised and collar displayed. The design captures the animal's lean, muscular form with fine engraved detail in the fur and facial features, while the shield it bears incorporates the Royal Arms. The composition fills the coin's field with commanding visual presence, balanced against a clean background that allows the portrait to stand without distraction.

The obverse carries the fifth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by sculptor Jody Clark, paired with the inscriptions of denomination and legal tender status. The portrait presents the Queen facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, consistent with The Royal Mint's contemporary bullion coinage standards. The coin's 2 oz format allows both sides to display with greater physical scale than a standard sovereign coin, giving the engraving additional clarity and visual impact.

The coin's surface finish is consistent with The Royal Mint's bullion production standards, featuring the flat fields and sharp device relief characteristic of Brilliant Uncirculated coinage. The contrast between the raised design elements and the smooth background fields gives the coin a refined, polished appearance straight from the mint.

Authenticity and Product Integrity

Each coin is struck by The Royal Mint to a fineness of .9999, placing it among the highest purity levels available for silver bullion coinage. The Royal Mint applies strict quality standards across its bullion programs, and the Queen's Beasts series specifically was produced with both collector and bullion buyer expectations in mind. The coin's weight, diameter, and thickness are consistent specifications that allow straightforward verification using standard testing tools.

We verify every product for authenticity, weight, and purity as part of our standard handling process. Our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC further reinforce our commitment to working within the established framework of professional numismatic authentication. For buyers who want third-party certification on individual pieces, those grading pathways are accessible through our platform.

Condition and Packaging

Brilliant Uncirculated condition means this coin has been struck for circulation-quality bullion release but has never entered circulation and retains its original mint-state surface. BU coins may display minor bag marks or contact points consistent with standard mint handling and bulk packaging, but the strike integrity and finish remain intact. This is the standard commercial grade for government-issued bullion coinage from The Royal Mint.

Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to prevent surface contact and handling marks during transit. A standard tube of 15 coins is the typical inner packaging format for the 2 oz Queen's Beasts series, and larger quantities are typically packaged in sealed mint boxes. When you purchase a full tube quantity, coins will arrive in The Royal Mint's standard tube format. If the exact quantity you are ordering does not correspond to a full tube, we will ship in protective individual packaging to ensure your coins arrive safely.

Pricing and Market Factors

Pricing for this coin reflects the current spot price of silver adjusted by a premium that accounts for several specific factors. The Royal Mint's production costs, the 2 oz format's added material weight, the collectibility of the Queen's Beasts series as a completed program, and the coin's .9999 purity all contribute to its premium above raw silver spot. As one of the later and more collectible releases in the series, the Greyhound tends to carry a somewhat firmer premium than earlier Queen's Beasts entries.

Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured around transparency rather than layered markups. The bid and ask spread is displayed directly on our product page, giving buyers a clear picture of both the acquisition cost and the expected resale value at any given moment. That information is available before you make a decision, not only when you are ready to sell.

Selling and Liquidity

The Queen's Beasts series carries broad recognition across the global silver bullion market, and the Greyhound, as a series-completing coin, is particularly recognizable to collectors and dealers familiar with the program. The coin's government-issued status, standardized .9999 purity, and Royal Mint origin support its resale in both retail and wholesale markets. Buyers and dealers who know the series understand what they are looking at immediately, which smooths the resale process compared to less recognized products.

We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both purchase and sell within the same platform. Competitive buyback pricing is a core part of how we structure our marketplace, and we encourage buyers to consider liquidity before completing a purchase. Understanding the spread between acquisition and resale gives you a more complete view of the true cost of ownership from day one.

Why Buy the 2021 Queen's Beasts Greyhound 2 oz Silver Coin?

The Greyhound of Richmond holds a distinctive position within the Queen's Beasts series as one of its final entries, which adds a layer of collectibility that many earlier coins in the program do not share in the same way. For buyers focused on completing the series or acquiring individual pieces that carry both numismatic and bullion appeal, the Greyhound is a natural priority. Its 2 oz weight and .9999 purity also make it a meaningful addition to a silver holdings portfolio in terms of pure metal content.

The coin's large format allows its design to be appreciated in a way that a standard one-ounce coin cannot fully deliver. The heraldic imagery, the quality of the engraving, and the physical presence of a 2 oz coin all contribute to an ownership experience that goes beyond simple metal accumulation. For buyers who want a coin that functions well as both a bullion product and a display piece, the Greyhound offers both qualities in a single package.

Why Buy from Bullion Standard?

We have been operating as a trusted precious metals marketplace since 2010, and our approach to pricing, sourcing, and customer service has remained consistent throughout. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and our memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect a long-term commitment to operating with integrity in a market where trust is not easily earned. We source from reputable mints, refineries, and authorized distributors, and we verify authenticity, weight, and purity as a standard part of our process.

Transparent pricing is fundamental to how we operate. We display the bid and ask spread on product pages so buyers can evaluate the full picture of a transaction, not just the asking price. Our two-way market structure means the relationship does not end at purchase. When you are ready to sell, competitive buyback pricing through the same platform gives you a consistent and efficient exit pathway. We are also authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, which means buyers who want certified grading on their coins can access those services directly through us.

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Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across our catalog, including collectible bullion coins like the Queen's Beasts Greyhound. Rather than viewing static retail pricing, Pro members see real-time wholesale market conditions that reflect actual supply and demand dynamics. For a coin like this one, where premium levels can shift based on collector demand and series completion trends, having visibility into wholesale pricing provides a meaningful edge in evaluating fair value.

Pro members also benefit from real-time portfolio valuation using live wholesale bid prices, which reflects current liquidation value rather than estimated retail figures. Product research tools allow members to compare premiums, bid/ask spreads, and liquidity characteristics across similar products, helping them make decisions based on objective market data rather than marketing claims alone. For buyers who take their silver holdings seriously, Pro is designed to provide the kind of pricing transparency and market intelligence that has historically been difficult to access in the physical precious metals space.

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