The Royal Tudor Beasts The Royal Dragon 2026 UK £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

The Coin Company is proud to present the The Royal Tudor Beasts The Royal Dragon 2026 UK £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin by The Royal Mint.         

Hampton Court Palace is a magnificent testament to the ambitions of one of England’s most notorious monarchs. Built in the early sixteenth century, Henry VIII claimed the estate as his residence.    

Following his marriage to Jane Seymour in 1536, Henry VIII commissioned a commanding entrance to the palace, presenting several majestic beasts to honour his new Queen Consort. Amongst these was the impressive Royal Dragon, which represents the Tudor monarch’s Welsh ancestry and serves as a symbol of courage and strength.

Crafted in collaboration with renowned sculptor and illustrator David Lawrence, The Royal Dragon 2026 UK Coin is the tenth and final release in The Royal Mint’s Royal Tudor Beasts Collection.

KEY FEATURES

• Features the Royal Dragon, a heraldic beast that symbolises the regal authority and Welsh lineage of Henry VIII
• Designed by acclaimed artist David Lawrence, this is the tenth reverse design in a collection inspired by the Tudor beasts of Hampton Court Palace
• Available in a variety of editions and as part of a two-coin fine silver set that features a coin with a reverse frosted finish
• Each coin is accompanied by packaging that delves into the history and significance of the Royal Dragon, providing a captivating glimpse into Tudor heraldry and royal tradition
• Created in collaboration with the experts at Historic Royal Palaces

SPECIFICATIONS                                                                                                           

• Metal: Cupro-nickel
• Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
• Weight: 28.28g
• Diameter: 38.61mm
• Denomination: £5
• Year: 2026        

The Royal Tudor Beasts The Royal Dragon 2026 UK £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin has unlimited mintage.       

Product Availability - Early to Mid May 2026