The obverse and reverse designs of this 2017 coin were both designed by Jody Clark and released through the Great Britain Label. This coin is the first release for the series which will eventually have ten different coins to honor the stone creatures that were present at Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.
The effigy of Queen Elizabeth II is shown on the obverse of the 2017 Proof British Queens Beast Lion 1 oz Silver Coin. In this image, the queen is shown wearing a diadem and earrings. The effigy of Queen Elizabeth II has been used on many different bullion products around the world to honor her as a renowned leader.On the reverse of the 2017 Proof British Queens Beast Lion 1 oz Silver Coin is the image of a lion holding a shield. The lion is shown standing on its hind legs as it extends one paw and roars into the sky. Four different quadrants are shown on the shield to represent the three countries of Great Britain, including Ireland, Scotland, and England.
The lion is shown wearing a crown on his head. The release here of the coin is also on the reverse, as well as the LION OF ENGLAND inscription.