Item Description
 
The 2020 White Lion of Mortimer Silver Coin is a powerful release from The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts Series, a collection that celebrates the heraldic guardians of British royal history. Introduced in 2016, this series redefined modern bullion by featuring a bold 2 oz silver format, offering enhanced detail and presence compared to traditional 1 oz issues.
 
Struck from 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver, this coin showcases the White Lion of Mortimer, a historic emblem representing strength, courage, and noble lineage. The White Lion traces its origins to the House of York and later became associated with the lineage of King Edward IV, symbolizing rightful claim and royal authority.
 
Produced in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, the 2020 release combines investment grade silver purity with exceptional artistic detail. Each coin carries a face value of 5 Pounds, backed by the British government, ensuring both credibility and global recognition in the bullion market.
 
As part of the highly sought after Queen’s Beasts Series, the White Lion of Mortimer stands as a key design within the collection, appealing to both numismatic collectors and precious metals investors seeking historical significance paired with sovereign minted silver.
 
Round Highlights
 
Series: Part of the Queen’s Beasts Series from The Royal Mint.
 
Mint Facility: Produced by The Royal Mint in the United Kingdom.
 
Purity: Struck from .9999 fine silver.
 
Metal Weight: Contains 2 troy ounces of silver.
 
Condition: Offered in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition.
 
Denomination: Issued as 5 Pounds (GBP) legal tender.
 
Design Theme: Features the White Lion of Mortimer, symbolizing Yorkist heritage.
 
Obverse Design: Displays Queen Elizabeth II.
 
Reverse Design: Showcases the White Lion with heraldic shield.
 
Designer: Created by Jody Clark, designer of the Queen’s Beasts Series.
 
 
Design Details
 
Obverse
 
The obverse of the 2020 White Lion of Mortimer Silver Coin features the right facing effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark. Her Majesty is depicted wearing the George IV State Diadem Crown, along with detailed royal jewelry, symbolizing the continuity and authority of the British monarchy. Inscriptions surrounding the portrait denote her name, title, and the coin’s face value of 5 Pounds.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse showcases the White Lion of Mortimer, standing upright with a commanding posture while holding a heraldic shield. The lion is a historic symbol of the House of York, representing strength, valor, and royal legitimacy. The design incorporates intricate detailing that highlights the lion’s form and the shield’s heraldry, reinforcing its significance within British royal history.