The Royal Mint’s gold and silver Beowulf and Grendel coin collection pays homage to the timeless tale of Beowulf, a narrative that has captivated audiences for over a millennium. This exceptional series brings characters from the legendary old English poem to life, portraying the epic struggle of Beowulf against fearsome monsters such as Grendel and Grendel’s mother, as well as his final battle with the dragon
The coins, beautifully crafted and rich with historical and cultural symbolism, are a testament to the enduring power of myth and storytelling in British heritage. The Royal Mint’s Myths and Legends coins feature the young Geatish prince who embarks on a quest to assist King Hrothgar of Denmark, whose kingdom is terrorized by the monstrous Grendel. A battle scene is depicted on this Myths and Legends coin
Buyers of the Myths and Legends series may also like the Queen’s Beast bullion coins. This series has sold out at the Royal Mint but Auronum offers examples from the secondary market