The Queen’s Beasts coins are British coins designed by engraver Jody Clark, and issued by the British Royal Mint in both silver and gold since 2016. Each of the 10 planned coins in this popular series depicts of one of the heraldic Queen’s Beasts statues present at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, which represent her royal line of ancestry. The silver coin is noteworthy, as it marks the first time an official two-ounce United Kingdom silver bullion coin has been struck. In December 2016, a full line of Proof quality coins was announced, and production of platinum versions of these coins began In 2017.