Item Description

The 2023 Yale of Beaufort 2 oz Silver Coin from The Royal Mint showcases one of the most fascinating creatures of British heraldry. Struck from 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver, this impressive bullion coin features the legendary Yale of Beaufort, a mythical creature long associated with the powerful Beaufort family and later adopted by the Tudor dynasty.
 
The Yale is traditionally described as a creature with the body of an antelope, tusks of a boar, and long curved horns capable of rotating independently, allowing it to defend itself from any direction. The symbol became closely connected to Lady Margaret Beaufort, the mother of King Henry VII, representing strength, loyalty, and noble lineage.
 
Heraldic beasts have long played an important role in British royal symbolism, and coins featuring these creatures continue The Royal Mint’s tradition of combining historic heraldry with modern bullion craftsmanship.
 
Round Highlights
 
Contains 2 Troy oz of .9999 fine silver.
 
Produced by The Royal Mint.
 
Brilliant bullion finish.
 
Face value of £5 (GBP) backed by the British government.
 
Obverse features Queen Elizabeth II.
 
Reverse displays the Yale of Beaufort holding a heraldic shield.
 
Diameter of approximately 38.61 mm.
 
Popular among silver investors and collectors of heraldic coinage.
 
 
Design Details

The design presents the Yale standing upright while gripping a heraldic shield tied to the Beaufort lineage. The creature’s distinctive horns, tusks, and muscular stance highlight the mythical characteristics described in medieval heraldry. The radial textured background enhances visual depth while adding modern anti-counterfeiting security.
 
Obverse

The obverse features 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 showcases the Yale of Beaufort, gripping a heraldic shield representing the Beaufort family crest. Surrounding inscriptions include “YALE OF BEAUFORT,” “2 OZ FINE SILVER,” “999.9,” and the 2023 issue year, identifying the coin’s weight, purity, and release date.