The PCGS Certified 2026 Tudor Beast Queen’s Lion 1/4oz Gold Coin contains a quarter of a troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold, carries the Queen’s Lion design and has been graded and sealed by PCGS. As UK legal tender with a £25 face value, it is exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents and VAT-exempt as investment gold.

The PCGS 2026 Tudor Beast Queen’s Lion 1/4oz Gold Coin design

The quarter-ounce coin carries Lawrence’s lion and shield in 22mm, against a Tudor-inspired background with surface animation, with the weight and fineness inscribed around the design.

King Charles III appears on the obverse in Martin Jennings’ portrait.

Two lions in one collection

The Queen’s Lion is the second lion in the collection, separate from the Lion of England that opened it in 2022. It stands on the Moat Bridge as one of Jane Seymour’s beasts, using the oldest and most recognisable emblem in English heraldry to underline her standing as queen.

PCGS grading of the 2026 Tudor Beast Queen’s Lion 1/4oz Gold Coin

For collectors building the full ten beasts in fractional gold, a graded example keeps each coin’s condition on record as the set comes together.

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.

The grade of the coin supplied is the one stated on its PCGS label. Images are for illustration and grades may vary, so please contact our team if you would like a specific grade.

PCGS 2026 Tudor Beast Queen’s Lion 1/4oz Gold Coin specifications

Why buy a PCGS 2026 Tudor Beast Queen’s Lion 1/4oz Gold Coin?

The certified quarter-ounce Queen’s Lion is an affordable way to add one of the final designs to a graded set.

It holds 7.78g of fine gold and keeps the tax advantages of UK legal tender gold.

Why buy 1/4oz gold coins?

Quarter-ounce coins are a middle step for buyers who want more than a tenth of an ounce per coin without committing to a full ounce. They make regular purchases more manageable and give you finer control when selling, since you can release a small part of a holding. The trade-off is a higher premium per gram than larger coins, so they suit flexibility more than bulk buying.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the lion used so often in British heraldry?

It has stood for courage and strength on royal arms since the twelfth century, which is why two lions appear among the ten Tudor Beasts.

What grade will my coin be?

The grade is the one printed on the PCGS label. Contact our team if you are looking for a particular grade.