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Our catalog of gold Queen's Beasts coins brings together one of the most celebrated modern bullion programs from The Royal Mint of Great Britain. Spanning the complete series from 2016 through 2021, these coins are available in both 1 oz and 1/4 oz sizes, each struck in .9999 fine gold and graded Brilliant Uncirculated. The full lineup includes individual designs featuring the Lion, Dragon, Griffin, Bull, Unicorn, Falcon, Yale, White Horse, White Lion, and Greyhound, as well as the 2021 Completer coin depicting all ten beasts together.
Buyers looking for a specific design can browse year-matched options, while those focused primarily on gold weight and purity can consider the random year and design 1/4 oz option for a straightforward entry point into the series. Bullion Standard sources all Queen's Beasts coins directly from trusted wholesale channels, with pricing structured to reflect real-time market conditions rather than inflated retail markups.
The Queen's Beasts are a series of gold bullion coins issued by The Royal Mint honoring ten heraldic creatures that featured in the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. Each release in the program depicts one of these mythological and historical guardians in striking sculptural detail, making the series appealing both to those acquiring gold by weight and to collectors drawn to the numismatic artistry involved.
Unlike generic rounds or cast bars, these are government-issued legal tender coins from Great Britain, struck under the authority of The Royal Mint and carrying a face value denominated in pounds sterling. The 1 oz format offers a familiar standard weight for bullion buyers, while the 1/4 oz fractional coins provide more flexibility in terms of acquisition cost per unit without sacrificing purity or mint quality.
The series occupies an interesting position in the gold coin market, sitting at the crossroads of bullion and collectible formats. The complete ten-design run has a defined endpoint, which gives the series a natural structural appeal for those looking to hold a finished set rather than an open-ended accumulation.
The Queen's Beasts program was introduced by The Royal Mint in 2016, drawing directly from ten stone statues carved by sculptor James Woodford that flanked the entrance to Westminster Abbey during the 1953 coronation ceremony. Those statues represented the heraldic lineage of Queen Elizabeth II through royal houses stretching back centuries, providing a rich historical framework for a modern bullion series.
The Royal Mint has operated continuously since the ninth century, making it one of the oldest and most respected sovereign mints in the world. The institution's modern bullion output is internationally recognized and distributed through authorized dealer networks globally. The Queen's Beasts series was released in sequential pairings from 2016 through 2021, concluding with the Greyhound of Richmond and the Completer coin, which served as the official capstone of the program.
Since its debut, the series attracted consistent demand across both retail and wholesale bullion markets. The combination of .9999 fine gold, Royal Mint provenance, and a defined ten-coin structure gave the program a clear identity that distinguished it from open-ended annual issues. The Completer coin, featuring all ten beasts arranged in a single composition, served as the logical conclusion to a series that ran its full course within a compressed five-year window.
Every gold Queen's Beasts coin in our catalog is struck to a purity of .9999 fine gold, meaning 99.99% pure gold content. This fineness level is consistent with the highest purity standard used in modern sovereign bullion programs, placing these coins alongside comparable issues from the Perth Mint, the Royal Canadian Mint, and the Austrian Mint.
The 1 oz coins contain exactly one troy ounce of gold, while the 1/4 oz coins contain 0.25 troy ounces. A troy ounce is the standard unit of weight in the precious metals industry, equivalent to approximately 31.1 grams, and should not be confused with the avoirdupois ounce used in everyday commercial measurement. Each coin is inscribed with its weight, purity, and denomination, along with the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the respective beast design on the reverse.
These coins do not carry assay card packaging in the traditional sense used for minted bars, but they are issued in Royal Mint packaging and arrive in presentation condition appropriate for Brilliant Uncirculated grade product. Serial numbers are not typically applied to individual bullion coins in this program, though mintage figures for each year and design are published by The Royal Mint.
Every Queen's Beasts gold coin in our catalog is produced exclusively by The Royal Mint, located in Llantrisant, Wales. The Royal Mint is the United Kingdom's official sovereign mint and operates under government authority, giving its products a level of institutional credibility that carries weight in global bullion markets. Each coin in the series is individually recognizable by its year of issue and design, with ten distinct beast motifs spanning the 2016 through 2021 release schedule.
The 1 oz format covers the complete beast lineup: the Lion of England (2016), the Dragon of Wales (2017), the Griffin of Edward III (2017), the Black Bull of Clarence (2018), the Unicorn of Scotland (2018), the Falcon of the Plantagenets (2019), the Yale of Beaufort (2019), the White Horse of Hanover (2020), the White Lion of Mortimer (2020), the Greyhound of Richmond (2021), and the 2021 Completer coin. The 1/4 oz fractional format covers most of these same designs, with the notable exception that no 1/4 oz Completer coin appears in the standard bullion lineup.
The random year and design 1/4 oz option provides a cost-accessible entry point for those interested in the program without a preference for a specific beast. This product type is common across many bullion programs and is well suited for buyers focused primarily on gold content rather than design specificity.
Gold Queen's Beasts coins are priced relative to the spot price of gold, with a premium applied to cover minting costs, distribution, and market demand. The premium on 1 oz coins is typically lower on a per-ounce basis than that on 1/4 oz fractional coins, which carry higher manufacturing costs relative to gold content and are priced accordingly. This is a consistent pattern across virtually all fractional bullion coin programs.
Within the Queen's Beasts series specifically, premium variation can also reflect design popularity, remaining secondary market supply, and year of issue. Earlier designs like the Lion and Dragon have had more time in the secondary market, while later releases such as the Greyhound and Completer may carry different premium dynamics depending on current supply conditions. The random year option tends to trade closer to a base premium since design desirability is not a factor in its pricing.
Bullion Standard displays pricing in real-time, updated to reflect current gold spot prices and prevailing wholesale market conditions. Our product pages include bid and ask spreads, giving buyers direct visibility into both the purchase cost and the current buyback value before committing to a transaction. This transparency is central to how we approach pricing across the entire catalog.
Gold Queen's Beasts coins in our catalog are graded Brilliant Uncirculated, which indicates coins that have not been placed into circulation and retain their original mint luster. BU-grade bullion coins may exhibit minor contact marks or handling variations that occur during the minting and packaging process, which is standard across the industry and does not constitute a defect.
Coins are typically housed in Royal Mint packaging, which may include individual protective capsules, tubes, or presentation sleeves depending on the specific product. Buyers should expect coins to arrive in a condition consistent with their BU grade and mint presentation. For the random year and design option, the specific year and beast depicted will vary and cannot be predetermined, as these are allocated based on available inventory at time of fulfillment.
Our fulfillment process is designed to ensure that all orders arrive securely packaged for transit, with protective measures in place to prevent cosmetic damage during shipping. Orders are shipped promptly following payment clearance, with tracking and insurance included to support a reliable delivery experience.
Gold Queen's Beasts coins sourced through Bullion Standard come exclusively from authorized wholesale channels and are verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before being made available in our catalog. The Royal Mint incorporates a range of intrinsic security features into its bullion coin production, including precise die-struck detail, standardized weight tolerances, and edge milling that are difficult to replicate accurately.
Because these are government-issued coins struck in .9999 fine gold by one of the world's most established sovereign mints, they benefit from broad market recognition and established verification benchmarks. Buyers with professional-grade verification needs can use calibrated scales and precious metals testing equipment to confirm weight and purity independently, and the Royal Mint's published specifications provide a clear reference point for those assessments.
Bullion Standard is an authorized dealer for both PCGS and NGC, which means that customers interested in having coins professionally certified and encapsulated can pursue that through our platform. Third-party certification adds an additional layer of authentication documentation and can be relevant for higher-value pieces where independent verification provides added confidence.
Gold Queen's Beasts coins benefit from strong market recognition globally. As a sovereign mint product issued under the authority of the United Kingdom government and produced by The Royal Mint, each coin in the series is widely understood and accepted within the wholesale bullion trade. This broad familiarity supports resale across a range of dealer, auction, and private buyer channels.
The 1 oz format typically offers the most straightforward resale experience, as it aligns with the most commonly traded unit size in the gold coin market. Fractional coins are also broadly accepted, though dealer spread dynamics for smaller weights can differ slightly from the 1 oz market. Coins with intact original packaging tend to command cleaner resale terms, as packaging condition can influence how quickly a product is accepted and repriced in the secondary market.
Within the Queen's Beasts series, the Completer coin occupies a slightly distinct position due to its capstone status and single-year availability in the 1 oz format. Buyers considering liquidity should factor in both the product type and the mint's overall market reputation, both of which are strong considerations for this series.
Gold coins should be stored in a controlled environment that protects against moisture, temperature fluctuation, and physical contact that could cause surface abrasion. For small quantities, a quality home safe with fireproof and water-resistant ratings provides a practical and accessible option. Larger holdings may warrant professional vault storage through an insured third-party depository, which removes the logistical burden of on-site security management.
Individual coins are best kept in their original capsules or protective holders when possible, as direct handling of bare gold surfaces can leave fingerprints and oils that affect the coin's appearance over time. For buyers accumulating multiple coins from the series, organized capsule storage or a dedicated display case can preserve both condition and presentation without introducing environmental risk.
Bank safe deposit boxes offer a low-cost intermediate option for buyers who want off-site storage with minimal overhead, though access hours and insurance coverage can vary by institution. Whatever storage method is chosen, the goal should be maintaining conditions that keep the coin's physical integrity intact over the long term.
Bullion Standard operates as a two-way market, meaning customers can sell Queen's Beasts gold coins back through our platform rather than needing to locate a separate buyer. Our purchasing team evaluates products based on current wholesale market pricing, the coin's condition and packaging, the specific design and year, and prevailing demand conditions at the time of the sale. This eliminates much of the friction typically associated with reselling bullion through disconnected channels.
Buyback pricing for gold Queen's Beasts coins is influenced by several factors. The 1 oz format typically receives the most competitive offers due to its alignment with standard wholesale trade sizes. Coins in original Royal Mint packaging with intact capsules are generally processed more efficiently, while damaged or improperly stored coins may require additional review. The specific design can also play a minor role depending on current market supply and demand for that issue.
Customers interested in a buyback quote can contact our team directly or use our platform's pricing tools to evaluate current bid levels before initiating a sale. Bullion Standard Pro members benefit from access to live wholesale bid pricing, providing real-time visibility into executable liquidation values rather than estimated figures, which supports more informed decisions on both sides of the transaction.
The Queen's Beasts series is one of the most visually distinctive gold bullion coin programs issued in the modern era. Each design was executed with a level of sculptural depth uncommon in standard bullion production, which reflects The Royal Mint's investment in the series as a flagship program. For buyers who care about the artistry of what they own alongside the gold content, these coins represent a meaningful alternative to plain-finish bullion rounds or cast bars.
The program's defined scope, ten designs plus a Completer coin, gives the series a complete and bounded character. Buyers who work through the full run own a coherent collection rather than an open accumulation, and the Completer coin provides a natural conclusion that most bullion series do not have. This structure appeals to those who think about their holdings in terms of completeness as well as weight.
From a practical standpoint, the 1 oz and 1/4 oz weight options provide flexibility depending on the buyer's priorities. The 1 oz format maximizes cost efficiency on a per-gram basis, while the 1/4 oz fractional coins allow for more granular accumulation or gifting in smaller increments. Both formats carry the same .9999 purity standard and Royal Mint provenance.
Bullion Standard has operated as a nationally recognized precious metals marketplace since 2010, built on a foundation of pricing transparency and straightforward customer relationships. Every product in our catalog is sourced from reputable mints, refineries, wholesalers, and distributors, and verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it becomes available to buyers. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau, along with membership in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association, reflects a consistent operating standard that customers can rely on.
Our pricing model is designed to provide clarity at every step. Real-time spot-linked pricing, displayed bid and ask spreads, and a two-way market structure mean buyers can evaluate the full cost of ownership before completing a purchase. Payment options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency through BitPay, giving customers flexibility across the checkout process.
Beyond the transaction itself, our platform is built to support informed decision-making through educational resources, product research tools, and market intelligence that goes beyond static listings. Whether you're acquiring a single coin or building out a larger position across the Queen's Beasts series, the goal is to give you the information and the pricing clarity needed to make a confident purchase.
Bullion Standard Pro is designed for buyers who want direct access to wholesale market pricing rather than standard retail structures. Members transact at live, executable wholesale bid and ask prices with no additional dealer markups or dealer spreads applied on top. This means the premiums and spreads visible on each product reflect real-time market conditions rather than fixed retail pricing layers, giving Pro members a more efficient cost structure for both buying and selling.
For buyers accumulating multiple Queen's Beasts coins or building a broader gold position, the pricing efficiency available through Pro can be meaningful over time. Portfolio valuations for Pro members are calculated using live wholesale bid prices rather than estimated retail values, which provides a more accurate picture of current liquidation value at any given moment. Historical premium analytics, spread analysis, and proprietary market intelligence tools are also available within the platform, helping members contextualize where current pricing sits relative to historical norms.
Pro membership is well suited for repeat buyers, price-sensitive purchasers, and anyone who wants a more data-driven approach to buying and selling physical gold. The platform is structured to reduce the information gap that has traditionally made physical precious metals harder to evaluate and trade efficiently, and the Queen's Beasts series is fully covered within that pricing and analytics infrastructure.
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