1 oz Silver Heraldic Beasts Lion 2025 Mintage: 750 | Rose Gold | Proof)
- Royal Lion: with England's coat of arms
- Authenticity: numbered certificate
- German minting art: by B.H. Mayer
- Royal LionCrowned lion with the shield of the three golden lions
- AuthenticityWith numbered certificate of authenticity in elegant original case
- German minting artMinted in Germany, official legal tender of Niue
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Niue · Heraldic Beasts
The guardians of the Crown
Heraldic Beasts 2025, 1 ounce silver, picture side
The lion and the unicorn hold the royal arms, and the crown itself becomes a coin motif.
1536 and 1953 · The guardians
From Hampton Court to Westminster
On the bridge that Henry VIII had completed over the moat at Hampton Court in 1536 stood ten heraldic beasts, the King’s Beasts. Following their example, James Woodford created ten beasts in plaster for the coronation on 2 June 1953.
At Kew, copies in Portland stone stand guard outside the Palm House; the plaster figures have belonged to Canada since 1959.
Arms and crown
Lion and unicorn hold the arms
On the Royal Arms gold of 2022, the lion and the unicorn hold the royal arms, with the motto “DIEU ET MON DROIT” beneath. For the Platinum Jubilee in 2022, the Sovereign too carried the royal arms instead of St George.
The Lion and the Eagle unites the British lion and the American eagle, designed by Jonathan Olliffe.
The crown as a motif
Crowns in silver and gold
St Edward’s Crown and the Imperial State Crown appear in 2026 as coloured reliefs on two ounces of silver from Niue, with the legend “ROYAL CROWN JEWELS”.
For the coronation the Royal Mint struck the King’s monogram beneath the crown, among others on one ounce and on a tenth of an ounce of gold.
Heraldic Beasts · 2025
The lion with the shield
The Heraldic Beasts are issues of Niue: the lion in 2025 in silver and gold, the unicorn in 2026 in silver. The value side carries Charles III.
A scroll names it “LION”.
ShieldThree lions on the shield
Initials JCJC beneath the portrait of Charles III
The Sovereign
A gold coin travels the world
Henry VII gave the name Sovereign to a new gold coin in 1489. In the 19th century the Sovereign was called the “chief coin of the world”, accepted even in Brazil.
The Royal Mint also struck it at branch mints, from Sydney from 1855 to Pretoria from 1923, almost 500 million pieces in all. Today the Australian Sovereign of the Perth Mint shows a new St George, drawn by Jennifer McKenna.
The faces of the Crown
One face, seven decades
Mary Gillick showed Elizabeth II with a laurel wreath instead of a crown, and Jody Clark chose the diadem of her coronation in 2015: the first and the fifth of her portraits on British coins.
On British coins the portrait of Charles III is by Martin Jennings; the King approved it himself. The Queen’s British coins remained valid: some 27 billion were in circulation when the first circulating coins with Charles were struck.
At a glance
- Series
- Heraldic Beasts
- Metal
- silver
- Weight
- 1 ounce
- Fineness
- 999/1,000
- Country of issue
- Niue
- Face value
- 1 Dollar
- Year
- 2025
- Quality
- proof
- Finish
- figure in rose gold colour
- Mintage
- 750 pieces
The British Crown
Today the heraldic beasts stand guard at Kew in Portland stone, in Canada in plaster and on coins in gold and silver.
Majestic Rarity: The Heraldic Beasts Lion 2025 in Rose Gold
- Strictly limited: Only 750 specimens available worldwide
- Minting quality: Highest quality grade Proof (PP)
- Growth potential: Enormous appreciation potential due to extreme limited mintage
- Exclusive collector's coin: Extraordinary rarity for discerning collectors
- Design: Crowned heraldic lion with exquisite rose gold finish
- Manufacturer: Renowned mint B.H. Mayer
- Country of origin: Official legal tender from Niue
The second issue of the prestigious Heraldic Beasts series presents itself as a true rarity among collector's coins. With a mintage of only 750 pieces worldwide, this extraordinary silver coin ranks among the most sought-after strikes of 2025.
Symbol of Royal Power and Strength
The heraldic lion has embodied the ultimate virtues of rulership for centuries: courage, determination, and unbridled strength. This profound symbolism originates from the early Christian "Physiologus", a seminal work on animal symbolism. Since then, the majestic lion has adorned countless coats of arms of noble families, impressively demonstrating strength and valour.
The artful design features an imposing lion with a crowned head in an exquisite rose gold finish. Its mighty paw rests confidently on a heraldic shield displaying three stylised heraldic lions – a symbol of threefold power and glory.
Technical Perfection Meets Artistic Mastery
This silver treasure was struck from a full ounce of the purest silver with a fineness of 999/1,000. With a diameter of 38.60 mm, the coin commands an impressive presence that captivates every beholder. The Proof minting quality guarantees a mirror-smooth surface with frosted relief – a visual masterpiece of the highest calibre.
"The lion as king of the animals symbolises not only power, but also wisdom and justice – qualities that make this limited strike a true treasure for generations to come."
Exclusive Details for True Connoisseurs
The reverse features the official portrait of King Charles III., complemented by technical specifications such as face value, year of issue, as well as weight and fineness. This very rare collector's coin is delivered in a high-quality original case, accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity – an unmistakable proof of its authenticity and exclusivity.
Investment in Lasting Values
The strict limitation to just 750 specimens worldwide makes this strike an extraordinary collectible with considerable appreciation potential. Experienced collectors know: the lower the mintage, the more sought-after a coin becomes over time.
The advantages of this exclusive strike at a glance:
- Second issue of the successful Heraldic Beasts series
- Artful rose gold finish of the lion design
- Very low mintage of only 750 pieces worldwide
- Highest minting quality PP for perfect detail
- Official legal tender with a face value of 1 Dollar
- Complete documentation through numbered certificate
A Masterpiece for Your Collection
This extraordinary silver coin combines historical symbolism with state-of-the-art minting technology. The combination of pure silver and a noble rose gold finish creates a visual experience without equal. For passionate collectors, this limited edition represents a unique opportunity to acquire a truly regal piece of numismatics.
The Heraldic Beasts Lion 2025 is more than just a coin – it is a statement, a work of art, and an investment in timeless values. With its extremely low mintage and flawless execution in Proof, it sets new standards in the world of collector's coins.
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