The Royal Mint’s Tudor Beasts bullion coin series examines a notable period in English royal history by bringing the ten heraldic animals that once guarded Hampton Court Palace during the reign of Henry VIII to modern gold and silver coins. Issued as part of a multi-year collection, the series pairs detailed artwork with the history and symbolism connected to the Tudor monarchy. The final release in the BU Tudor Beasts Series features the Seymour Panther, the principal heraldic emblem associated with Jane Seymour, the third wife of King Henry VIII.
These 2026 1/4 oz British Gold Tudor Beasts Seymour Panther Coins are available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and ship individually with plastic flips. Multiples are available in either acrylic tubes of 25 coins or Monster Boxes of 500 coins, with 20 tubes per box.
The obverse of 2026 British Gold Tudor Beasts Seymour Panther Coins features a bust of King Charles III. Created by Martin Jennings for The Royal Mint, this left-profile portrait offers a modern take on the longstanding tradition of British royal effigies. Jennings’ design maintains the familiar conventions of royal coinage while presenting the king with a naturalistic appearance, resulting in a portrait created to represent the beginning of a new era for the British monarchy.
On the reverse of 2026 1/4 oz Gold Tudor Beasts Seymour Panther Coins is Jane Seymour’s personal emblem as it appears on the Moat Bridge at Hampton Court Palace. The Seymour Panther stands as one of the more distinctive animals found in Tudor heraldry. Here, the spotted panther is shown seated in a composed position while holding a shield displaying the Seymour family’s recognizable winged device. Known as wings conjoined in lure, this symbol has been associated with ideas of peace, freedom, and aspiration, appropriate themes for a family that advanced from the provincial gentry to an influential place within the Tudor royal court.
Henry VIII became acquainted with Jane Seymour during visits to Wolf Hall, the Seymour family estate in Wiltshire. Jane had served as a lady-in-waiting in the households of both Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn, giving her considerable exposure to life within the royal court. Her reserved personality, gentle demeanor, and modest presentation contrasted noticeably with the more outspoken and politically active Anne Boleyn. As Henry’s second marriage deteriorated amid personal disputes and growing political tension, he became increasingly interested in Jane.
