Item Description
The 2024 Tudor Dragon 2 oz Silver Coin from The Royal Mint is a powerful modern bullion release celebrating one of the most iconic heraldic symbols of the Tudor dynasty. Issued as part of the prestigious Tudor Beasts Series, this coin honors the legendary creatures that once stood guard at the entrance of Hampton Court Palace, representing the lineage, alliances, and authority of the Tudor monarchy.
Struck from 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver, the coin offers exceptional purity along with a commanding physical presence. Its large planchet provides an expansive canvas for highly detailed engraving, allowing the dramatic dragon design to stand out with remarkable depth and clarity.
Combining historical symbolism with investment grade precious metal content, the 2024 Tudor Dragon Silver Coin is a compelling addition to both bullion portfolios and themed collections. Its connection to British royal history, impressive weight, and Brilliant Uncirculated finish make it a standout release within The Royal Mint’s popular Tudor Beasts series.
Round Highlights
- Contains 2 troy ounces of .9999 fine silver
- Produced by The Royal Mint
- Face value of 5 Pounds backed by the British government
- Issued in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition
- Part of the Tudor Beasts Series
- Obverse features King Charles III
- Reverse depicts the Tudor Dragon holding a shield
- Reeded edge design
- Diameter: 38.61 mm
- Thickness: 6 mm
- Year: 2024
Design Details
The Tudor Beasts series celebrates the heraldic animals connected to the Tudor royal dynasty. These creatures were originally represented as stone statues placed along the moat bridge leading to Hampton Court Palace during the reign of King Henry VIII. Each beast symbolizes a royal lineage, alliance, or aspect of Tudor authority.
The Tudor Dragon has its origins in Welsh heraldry and was adopted by Henry VII following his victory at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, which marked the beginning of the Tudor dynasty. The dragon became a powerful symbol of strength, protection, and the legitimacy of Tudor rule.
Struck on a thick 2 oz silver planchet, the coin’s design fully utilizes the larger surface area to showcase deep relief and intricate details. The result is a visually striking bullion coin that blends historic storytelling with the advanced minting craftsmanship of The Royal Mint.
Obverse
The obverse displays the official effigy of King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings. The portrait presents the monarch in left profile without a crown, following the traditional approach used for modern British coinage.
Surrounding the portrait are the inscriptions:
“CHARLES III • D • G • REX • F • D”along with the denomination “5 POUNDS.”
These inscriptions confirm the coin’s legal tender status issued by the United Kingdom.
Reverse
The reverse features the Tudor Dragon standing in a commanding stance while grasping a heraldic shield. The dragon’s wings, scales, and fierce expression are rendered with remarkable detail, creating a dramatic and powerful design that dominates the coin’s surface.
Surrounding inscriptions read:
“TUDOR DRAGON • 2 OZ • FINE SILVER • 999.9 • 2024.”
These markings confirm the coin’s weight, metal purity, and year of issue.
