Item Description
The 2020 White Horse of Hanover 2 oz Silver Coin is a distinguished release in The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts Series, a celebrated bullion collection honoring the heraldic creatures that stood guard at the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Struck from 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver, this impressive coin features the majestic White Horse of Hanover, a symbol representing the royal lineage that connects the British crown to the historic House of Hanover.
The Queen’s Beasts Series showcases ten heraldic animals that represent centuries of British royal ancestry. Each design combines historic symbolism with modern minting excellence. Designed by Jody Clark, the White Horse of Hanover coin highlights the elegance and power associated with one of the most recognizable heraldic symbols tied to British royal history.
Round Highlights
Contains 2 Troy oz of .9999 fine silver.
Produced by The Royal Mint.
Ninth release in the Queen’s Beasts Series.
Face value of £5 (GBP) backed by the British government.
Obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
Reverse displays the White Horse of Hanover holding a heraldic shield.
Diameter of approximately 38.61 mm.
Highly popular among silver investors and modern coin collectors.
Design Details
The coin’s design by Jody Clark portrays the White Horse standing proudly while gripping a shield featuring heraldic imagery tied to the House of Hanover, the German dynasty that ruled Great Britain beginning in the early 18th century. The horse’s muscular stance and flowing mane emphasize strength and nobility, while the radial textured background adds visual depth and advanced security elements.
Obverse
The obverse displays the fifth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark. Surrounding inscriptions include the monarch’s name and titles along with the £5 denomination, confirming the coin’s legal-tender status within the United Kingdom.
Reverse
The reverse features the White Horse of Hanover, standing upright and gripping a heraldic shield decorated with royal emblems associated with the Hanoverian dynasty. Surrounding inscriptions read “WHITE HORSE OF HANOVER,” “2 OZ FINE SILVER,” “999.9,” and the 2020 issue year, identifying the coin’s purity and weight.
