Gold Ounce 2025 Myths and Legends - Beowulf and Grendel's Mother, Coin from United Kingdom - detailed information

Like many other mints, the Royal Mint issues bullion coins in precious metals, having much higher intrinsic value than their face value. The one ounce (1 oz) gold coins are denominated as One Hundred Pounds (£100).

The coins are legal tender but are not intended for circulation. They are targeted at bullion investors or collectors who appreciate the special editions as pieces of art. The coins are typically "one-year" types usually issued in parallel with smaller denominations with the same reverse designs.

This is the second design in the third part of the Myths and Legends range of coins by the Royal Mint; it features legendary characters Beowulf and Grendel's Mother.

The mint says about it:
Beowulf is the latest mythical figure to feature in our bullion coin collection inspired by British myths and legends. This coin range depicts the second battle in his journey from prince to king, as recounted in the Old English poem Beowulf.

The coin features a design by David Lawrence that encapsulates the battle between Beowulf and Grendel’s mother. After the swamp monster Grendel dies at Beowulf’s hand, its mother wreaks havoc and seeks revenge. Struck in 999.9 fine gold, each of these coins is finished to The Royal Mint’s bullion standard.