For centuries, heraldry has represented power and is closely connected with the monarchy, recording shifts in power through time. In 1953 the Red Dragon of Wales took its place among the ten imposing statues of The Queen’s Beasts, which guarded the entrance to Her Majesty The Queen’s coronation at Westminster Abbey.

This coin is the largest and most exclusive coin in the collection, with just 10 coins available struck in a kilo of 999 fine gold. Each coin is finished to Proof standard and is presented in a Royal Mint case with a booklet on the history of the dragon in heraldry and Jody Clark’s inspiration.