The PCGS Certified 2022 Tudor Beast Lion of England 1oz Gold Coin holds one troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold, carries the first design of the Royal Tudor Beasts series and has been graded and sealed by PCGS. It is UK legal tender with a £100 face value, exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents and VAT-exempt as investment gold.

The PCGS 2022 Tudor Beast Lion of England 1oz Gold Coin design

The Lion of England opened the Royal Tudor Beasts bullion collection in 2022. David Lawrence’s crowned lion guards the shield bearing the impaled arms of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour.

Jody Clark’s portrait of Queen Elizabeth II appears on the obverse.

The chain mail background

The background of each reverse is worked to resemble chain mail, and the pattern carries surface animation so it shifts as the coin moves. It is both a nod to Tudor armour and a practical security feature, since the effect is difficult to imitate.

PCGS grading of the 2022 Tudor Beast Lion of England 1oz Gold Coin

A graded first-issue coin is the anchor of any certified Tudor Beasts set, and the holder protects the lion’s mane and the fine shield detail.

PCGS is an independent American grading service used worldwide. Each coin it certifies is authenticated, graded on the 70-point Sheldon scale used across the hobby, and sealed in a holder that cannot be opened without showing it. Mint State grades run from MS60 to MS70, the highest grade on the scale.

Grades vary between individual coins. You will receive the coin at the grade printed on its label, and product photographs are illustrative rather than of the exact coin. Contact our team if you need a particular grade.

PCGS 2022 Tudor Beast Lion of England 1oz Gold Coin specifications

Why buy a PCGS 2022 Tudor Beast Lion of England 1oz Gold Coin?

This is the series opener in verified condition, and one of only two Tudor Beasts designs issued under Queen Elizabeth II.

It combines collector appeal with a full ounce of CGT-exempt gold.

Why buy 1oz gold coins?

The one-ounce coin is the standard unit of the gold market. Because gold is priced per troy ounce, a 1oz coin’s metal value is simple to follow, and the larger size usually carries a lower premium per gram than fractional coins. Compared with a large bar, a holding of 1oz coins can still be sold a coin at a time, so you keep flexibility without paying fractional-coin premiums.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the 2022 Lion of England significant?

It is the first coin of the ten-part Royal Tudor Beasts bullion collection and carries Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait.

Can I verify the PCGS grade?

Yes. Enter the certification number from the label into the verification tool on the PCGS website.