2021 GREAT BRITAIN 5PD QUEEN'S BEASTS NGC MS68 DPL GRIFFIN OF EDWARD III

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2021 GREAT BRITAIN 5PD QUEEN'S BEASTS NGC MS68 DPL GRIFFIN OF EDWARD III. A Design Based In British Royalty
This Griffin of Edward III coin bears a legal-tender denomination of £2 (two pounds) The symbolic coin depicts the powerful half-eagle, half-lion beast standing over a Windsor Castle shield. The shield’s badge shows the Round Tower of Windsor Castle with the Royal Standard flying from the turrets surrounded by two branches of oak and the royal crown.
The use of the Griffin in Royal Heraldry dates back to Edward III, who reigned from 1327 to 1377. One of the most powerful kings in medieval times, Edward built England’s military into one of Europe’s most formidable forces. Along with his son, the famous Black Prince, Edward led England into the 100 Years War with France and thoroughly routed the French army at the decisive Battle of Crécy in 1346 that resulted in an English foothold in France that lasted for more than 200 years. Edward, who was known to have had many items embroidered with griffins — including his signet seal — elevated the Griffin to royal status. The Griffin is the mythological guardian of sacred objects and a protector against evil. As the founder of the Order of the Garter at Windsor Castle, Edward III’s Griffin forms the centerpiece of the modern-day House of Windsor’s badge.
he Griffin of Edward III coin is the final release in The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts . The Griffin is shown standing over a Windsor Castle shield. The coin’s obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
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