2026 UK The Lion and The Eagle 1/4oz Gold Coin
The 2026 UK The Lion and The Eagle 1/4oz Gold Coin features two national icons, the British Lion and the American Eagle, united for the third year on a British coin. The reverse of the coin features a new interpretation of the lion and the eagle, designed by engraver Jonathan Olliffe. The eagle is captured mid-soar, commanding the open sky, while the lion stands resolute upon the rugged rock, with its mane flowing in the wind. The coin's weight, fineness and year-date are detailed in the outer ring of the design. The obverse of the coin bears the uncrowned portrait of King Charles III designed by sculptor Martin Jennings, along with the coin's monetary denomination. - Contains 0.25 troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold. - Manufactured by The Royal Mint. - Struck to a [bullion](https://atkinsonsbullion.com/help-advice/glossary) finish. - VAT free and Capital Gains Tax exempt. - Diameter: 22.00mm. - Supplied in a plastic coin flip. - Orders in multiples of 25 will be supplied in original tubes from The Royal Mint. The lion has been used as a symbol of Britain for centuries, personifying qualities of 'Britishness' such as strength, courage, and pride. The USA has used the eagle as a national symbol for hundreds of years as it displays the strength and freedom of America. As a proud official partner of The Royal Mint, we purchase these coins directly from The Royal Mint in Llantrisant, South Wales.