1 oz Silver Heraldic Beasts - Unicorn 2026 (Mintage: 750 | Rose Gold | Proof)
- Heraldic Animal: since the 15th century
- Certificate: numbered, with case
- B.H. Mayer: renowned mint
- Heraldic AnimalThe unicorn has represented Scotland since the 15th century
- CertificateIn a premium case with numbered certificate
- B.H. MayerMinted in Germany, legal tender of Niue
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Niue · Heraldic Beasts
The guardians of the Crown
Heraldic Beasts 2026, 1 ounce silver, picture side
The lion and the unicorn hold the royal arms, and the crown itself becomes a coin motif.
1536 and 1953 · The guardians
From Hampton Court to Westminster
On the bridge that Henry VIII had completed over the moat at Hampton Court in 1536 stood ten heraldic beasts, the King’s Beasts. Following their example, James Woodford created ten beasts in plaster for the coronation on 2 June 1953.
At Kew, copies in Portland stone stand guard outside the Palm House; the plaster figures have belonged to Canada since 1959.
Arms and crown
Lion and unicorn hold the arms
On the Royal Arms gold of 2022, the lion and the unicorn hold the royal arms, with the motto “DIEU ET MON DROIT” beneath. For the Platinum Jubilee in 2022, the Sovereign too carried the royal arms instead of St George.
The Lion and the Eagle unites the British lion and the American eagle, designed by Jonathan Olliffe.
The crown as a motif
Crowns in silver and gold
St Edward’s Crown and the Imperial State Crown appear in 2026 as coloured reliefs on two ounces of silver from Niue, with the legend “ROYAL CROWN JEWELS”.
For the coronation the Royal Mint struck the King’s monogram beneath the crown, among others on one ounce and on a tenth of an ounce of gold.
Heraldic Beasts · 2026
The unicorn with the shield
The Heraldic Beasts are issues of Niue: the lion in 2025 in silver and gold, the unicorn in 2026 in silver. The value side carries Charles III.
A scroll names it “UNICORN”.
ShieldThe shield of the unicorn
Initials JCJC beneath the portrait of Charles III
The Sovereign
A gold coin travels the world
Henry VII gave the name Sovereign to a new gold coin in 1489. In the 19th century the Sovereign was called the “chief coin of the world”, accepted even in Brazil.
The Royal Mint also struck it at branch mints, from Sydney from 1855 to Pretoria from 1923, almost 500 million pieces in all. Today the Australian Sovereign of the Perth Mint shows a new St George, drawn by Jennifer McKenna.
The faces of the Crown
One face, seven decades
Mary Gillick showed Elizabeth II with a laurel wreath instead of a crown, and Jody Clark chose the diadem of her coronation in 2015: the first and the fifth of her portraits on British coins.
On British coins the portrait of Charles III is by Martin Jennings; the King approved it himself. The Queen’s British coins remained valid: some 27 billion were in circulation when the first circulating coins with Charles were struck.
At a glance
- Series
- Heraldic Beasts
- Metal
- silver
- Weight
- 1 ounce
- Fineness
- 999/1,000
- Country of issue
- Niue
- Face value
- 1 Dollar
- Year
- 2026
- Quality
- proof
- Finish
- figure in rose gold colour
- Mintage
- 750 pieces
The British Crown
Today the heraldic beasts stand guard at Kew in Portland stone, in Canada in plaster and on coins in gold and silver.
1 oz Silver Heraldic Beasts – Unicorn 2026: Rose Gold-Enhanced Rarity in Proof
- Strictly limited: Very low mintage of only 750 pieces worldwide – a true rarity for discerning collectors.
- Growth potential: High appreciation potential due to the strict limitation and the consistently high demand for the series.
- Minting quality: Highest possible finish Proof (PP) with deeply mirrored fields and frosted reliefs.
- Exclusive collector's coin: Design from the "Symbolism" / Heraldic Beasts series – a sought-after collector's piece with high rarity value.
- Design: Rearing unicorn with crown, chain and coat of arms, artfully enhanced with warm rose gold.
- Fineness & format: 1 oz silver, 999/1,000 fineness, 38.60 mm diameter, face value 1 Dollar.
- Manufacturer: Renowned mint B.H. Mayer.
- Country of origin: Minted in Germany, issued as official legal tender for Niue.
The 1 oz Silver Heraldic Beasts – Unicorn 2026 is an exceptionally exclusive collector's coin and is issued with a mintage of only 750 pieces worldwide. This very low mintage makes the issue a coveted rarity – those who act today secure a collector's piece whose availability is limited from the outset. It is precisely this strict limitation combined with steadily increasing demand that creates a remarkable appreciation potential.
The Design: The Unicorn as a Royal Heraldic Beast
Few mythical creatures are as laden with meaning as the unicorn. On the design side, it rears up powerfully: around its neck a broken crown and a chain, behind it a richly decorated coat of arms showing another small unicorn within a roundel. This symbolism is no coincidence – the unicorn has served as Scotland's heraldic beast since the 15th century and traditionally stands for purity, strength and untamed freedom. The chain refers to the ancient heraldic notion that only a king can tame the mighty creature.
What visually distinguishes this issue is the selective rose gold enhancement: it lays a warm shimmer over the unicorn and coat of arms, creating a noble contrast against the deeply mirrored background of the Proof finish. The design is complemented by the surrounding inscription "UNICORN" as well as fine decorative elements that underscore the heraldic character.
Minting Quality, Packaging and Technical Specifications
This silver coin is struck in Proof quality, i.e. in PP – the highest achievable grade. It consists of one troy ounce (31.1 g) of silver with a fineness of 999/1,000, measures 38.60 mm in diameter and features a reeded edge. On the obverse, the portrait of King Charles III adorns the coin, surrounded by the country designation Niue and the face value of 1 Dollar. The issue is delivered in a high-quality case along with a numbered certificate of authenticity documenting the low mintage.
- Precious metal: Silver, 999/1,000 (999 fine silver)
- Fine weight: 1 oz (31.1 g)
- Diameter: 38.60 mm, reeded edge
- Condition: Proof with rose gold enhancement
- Mintage: strictly limited to 750 pieces
- Accessories: Case and numbered certificate of authenticity
Silver: A Prized Collector's and Value Metal
Silver has accompanied humanity for thousands of years as a coinage metal and was regarded in many cultures as a symbol of wealth and prestige. It is durable, retains its physical properties across generations and possesses an intrinsic value due to its wide industrial use – for example in electronics, solar and medical technology. Since the available supply is limited, silver is considered a robust store of value that is ideally suited for diversifying a collection and can be passed down through generations.
For collectors and private investors, silver is also comparatively affordable and highly liquid at any time. An additional tax advantage applies: Gains from the sale of silver coins are generally tax-free, provided the holding period is at least one year.
One troy ounce of silver, enhanced with rose gold, elevated by the Proof finish and limited to just 750 pieces – this is how a collector's piece with genuine rarity value is created.
Discover the unicorn from the Heraldic Beasts series and browse our further selection of silver coins for collectors. The 1 oz Silver Heraldic Beasts – Unicorn 2026 combines elaborate craftsmanship, fascinating symbolism and a deliberately limited mintage into an issue that should not be missing from any discerning collection.
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