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WILLIAM WYON

Una and the Lion

The first coin remastered as part of our Great Engravers Collection, William Wyon RA’s original work of Una and the Lion has been recreated in exquisite detail.

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Una and the Lion
Classical Inspiration

William Wyon RA turned to the poem The Faerie Queene by Edmund Spenser for inspiration, casting Queen Victoria in the role of Una, whilst the lion at her side represents the British people.

A Coin of Rare Beauty

The Una and the Lion design has been beautifully remastered using modern techniques, displaying the true beauty of Wyon’s original work.

Featuring Exquisite Detail

The beautifully detailed Una and the Lion design was originally created by Wyon as part of the new coinage for Victoria’s reign.

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