{"product_id":"the-lion-and-the-eagle-2026-2-1oz-999-silver-bullion-coin-uk-the-royal-mint","title":"The Lion and the Eagle 2026 £2 1oz .999 Silver Bullion Coin – UK – The Royal Mint","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrating the enduring relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States, The Lion and the Eagle 2026 £2 Silver Bullion Coin brings together two internationally recognised national symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStruck by The Royal Mint from one Troy ounce of .999 fine silver, the coin features a new reverse design by acclaimed artist and engraver Jonathan Olliffe. The authoritative British lion and soaring American eagle form a powerful composition representing courage, strength, freedom and unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Everyday Bullion listing is supplied in a protective plastic coin flip. A capsule, presentation box and certificate are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTwo Nations United\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe British lion and American eagle have represented their respective nations for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lion has a long association with British royalty, courage and authority. It has appeared throughout British heraldry, royal arms and coinage as a symbol of national strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bald eagle was adopted as an emblem of the United States in 1782. It represents freedom, independence and determination and has remained an important feature of American seals and coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy uniting these two national icons, the coin celebrates the shared history, values and long-standing partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eJonathan Olliffe’s 2026 Reverse Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse was created by British artist and engraver Jonathan Olliffe and presents the two animals in a bold, harmonious composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe British lion stands confidently upon a rocky outcrop, representing courage, authority and steadfast strength. Above the surrounding seascape, the American eagle appears in flight with its wings extended, symbolising freedom and independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composition creates a sense of movement while balancing the strength of the lion against the freedom of the soaring eagle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurrounding inscriptions identify the coin as \u003cstrong\u003eTHE LION AND THE EAGLE\u003c\/strong\u003e and confirm the 2026 year-date, one-ounce silver content and .999 fineness. Jonathan Olliffe’s initials also appear within the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKing Charles III Obverse\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe obverse features Martin Jennings’ official coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe uncrowned, left-facing effigy is accompanied by the monarch’s name and the coin’s denomination of two pounds. Its status as United Kingdom legal tender is supported by The Royal Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOne Troy Ounce of .999 Fine Silver\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach coin contains one Troy ounce of .999 fine silver and has an approximate gross weight of 31.21 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe internationally recognised one-ounce format makes the coin straightforward to store and add to an existing silver collection. Its combination of intrinsic silver content, Royal Mint production and dual-national symbolism gives it appeal to bullion buyers and collectors in both the United Kingdom and United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Modern Royal Mint Bullion Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Lion and the Eagle theme first appeared on Royal Mint coins in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the 2026 edition, Jonathan Olliffe created an entirely new reverse interpretation, giving the returning series a refreshed visual identity while retaining its focus on British-American friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo maximum mintage has been published for the standard 2026 one-ounce bullion edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProtective Plastic Coin Flip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis coin is supplied in a protective plastic coin flip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flip provides practical protection during storage and delivery while allowing both sides of the coin to be viewed. The coin is not supplied with a Royal Mint capsule, presentation box or certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Lion and the Eagle Silver Bullion Coin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuing country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Royal Mint\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFineness:\u003c\/strong\u003e .999 fine silver\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure silver content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Troy oz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate gross weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.21g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonetary denomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e £2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38.61mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milled\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bullion\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse designer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jonathan Olliffe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse designer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Martin Jennings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e King Charles III\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum mintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not stated\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protective plastic coin flip\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapsule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand new bullion condition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Bullion Condition Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis coin is supplied in brand new bullion condition inside a protective plastic coin flip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a bullion product, minor production marks, small contact marks, edge knocks, natural toning or silver spotting may occasionally be present. The plastic flip may also display light scuffs, creases or storage marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese characteristics do not affect the coin’s stated silver content, purity, legal-tender status or authenticity. The coin should be handled by its edges and kept inside suitable protective packaging wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Everyday Bullion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt Everyday Bullion, we specialise in sourcing premium bullion and collectable precious-metal products from respected manufacturers and distributors around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery order is carefully inspected, securely packaged and dispatched quickly, giving you complete confidence when purchasing from one of the UK’s trusted bullion retailers. 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