New Release: 2026 Royal Mint Annual Sets
New Release: 2026 Royal Mint Annual Sets
The current market value for the The Lion and The Eagle 2026 UK 1oz Silver Proof Coin is estimated at £167.50. Values can vary based on condition and demand.
The 2026 Lion and the Eagle collection by The Royal Mint celebrates the "Special Relationship" between the United Kingdom and the United States. This unique collaboration features a fresh design by renowned American artist Beth Zaiken, harmonizing two iconic national emblems, the British Lion and the American Eagle, into a single, elegant masterpiece of numismatic art.
History and artistry converge in the latest release from the The Lion and The Eagle Collection. This series commemorates the enduring diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between the UK and the US. For the 2026 edition, the Royal Mint’s Product Design Team collaborated with leading US artist Beth Zaiken to create a reverse design that depicts the British Lion and the American Eagle joined in a posture of mutual respect and harmony.
When exploring this range, it is essential to distinguish between the two primary strike standards offered:
The 2026 range includes various weights and metals to suit both the dedicated collector and the precious metal investor.
| Coin Title | Metal / Type | Limited Edition | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lion and The Eagle 2026 UK 1oz Gold Proof Coin | Gold Proof | 200 | £5,165.00 |
| The Lion and The Eagle 2026 UK 1/2oz Gold Proof Coin | Gold Proof | 300 | £2,645.00 |
| The Lion and The Eagle 2026 UK 5oz Silver Proof Coin | Silver Proof | 300 | £812.50 |
| The Lion and The Eagle 2026 UK 2oz Silver Proof Coin | Silver Proof | 750 | £335.00 |
| The Lion and The Eagle 2026 UK 1oz Silver Proof Coin | Silver Proof | 1,500 | £167.50 |
| The Lion and the Eagle 2026 1oz Gold Bullion Coin | Gold Bullion | N/A | Market Price |
| The Lion and the Eagle 2026 1oz Silver Bullion Coin | Silver Bullion | N/A | Market Price |
Here is the complete set of all five Proof coins from the 2026 Lion and the Eagle collection.
The following table provides a detailed comparison of the physical attributes and mintage limits for the five Proof editions.
| Specification | 1oz Gold | 1/2oz Gold | 5oz Silver | 2oz Silver | 1oz Silver |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denomination | £100 | £50 | £10 | £5 | £2 |
| Alloy | 999.9 Au | 999.9 Au | 999 Ag | 999 Ag | 999 Ag |
| Weight | 31.21g | 15.60g | 156.30g | 62.42g | 31.21g |
| Diameter | 32.69mm | 27.00mm | 65.00mm | 40.00mm | 38.61mm |
| Reverse Designer | Beth Zaiken | ||||
| Obverse Designer | Martin Jennings | ||||
The 2026 Bullion coins are tailored for precious metal investors with prices based on the live market value.
| Specification | 1oz Gold Bullion | 1oz Silver Bullion |
|---|---|---|
| Denomination | £100 | £2 |
| Weight / Diameter | 31.21g / 32.69mm | 31.21g / 38.61mm |
| Mintage | Unlimited (Struck to Demand) | |
The collaboration between the Royal Mint and Beth Zaiken marks a rare instance where a leading US artist has been invited to interpret British coinage.
"The design depicts the British lion and the American eagle not as rivals, but as guardians of a shared legacy."
Who designed the 2026 Lion and the Eagle coin?
The 2026 design was created by leading American artist Beth Zaiken in collaboration with The Royal Mint's Product Design Team.
What is the difference between the Proof and Bullion versions?
Proof coins are high-quality pieces with a frosted design for collectors. Bullion coins are investment-grade pieces with prices based on the current market value of gold or silver.