Una and the Lion Coins

Discover the legendary William Wyon Una and the Lion coins , widely regarded as some of the most beautiful and important coins in British numismatic history. This exclusive collection showcases modern interpretations and high-end reissues of Wyon’s iconic 1839 design, part of the celebrated Great Engravers series from The Royal Mint .

Originally designed by Chief Engraver William Wyon, the Una and the Lion motif depicts Queen Victoria as the allegorical figure Una from Edmund Spenser’s The Faerie Queene , guiding the lion as a symbol of strength, truth, and the British nation. The original design is considered a masterpiece of coin artistry and is highly prized by collectors worldwide.

A Modern Reimagining of a Numismatic Icon

The Royal Mint’s Great Engravers series revives Wyon’s historic design in exceptional modern formats, including 999.9 fine gold and fine silver proof coins. These limited-edition releases combine classical artistry with modern minting precision, making them highly sought after by collectors and investors alike.

Why Collect Una and the Lion Coins ?

Una and the Lion coins are among the most desirable British issues due to:

• Their status as one of the most famous coin designs ever created
• Extreme rarity of the original 1839 issue (only a few hundred struck)
• Limited-edition modern releases from The Royal Mint
• Exceptional artistry by William Wyon, Chief Engraver of the Royal Mint
• Strong global demand from numismatists and investors

Explore Rare Great Engravers Issues

This category includes premium Una and the Lion releases such as:

• Gold proof coins in multiple sizes and denominations
• Silver proof collector editions
• PCGS-graded and certified examples
• Limited mintage releases from the 2019 Great Engravers series

Buy William Wyon Una and the Lion Coins with Confidence

At The London Coin Company , all coins are carefully authenticated and sourced for quality, rarity, and collectability. Whether you are a serious collector or precious metal investor, these coins represent one of the finest examples of British numismatic art.

Shop William Wyon Una and the Lion coins today and own a piece of Britain’s most celebrated coin design.