2025 Beowulf & Grendel's Mother Myths & Legends 1 oz Gold Bullion Coin

The 2025 Beowulf & Grendel's Mother 1 oz Gold Coin is the second of three coins issued by The Royal Mint as part of their Myths & Legends third series, which captures the main characters of the Beowulf tale.

This coin portrays the fierce and emotional battle between Beowulf and Grendel’s mother, both consumed by vengeance and a deep desire to destroy the other. Beowulf, emboldened by his victory over Grendel, confronts Grendel's mother after she takes the life of Æschere, Hrothgar's most trusted advisor.

• Fineness: 999.9 / 24 carat gold
• Gold Content: 1 troy ounce
• Tax Benefits: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
• Weight: 31.21g
• Diameter: 32.69mm

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What is the Myths and Legends Royal Mint Series?

Myths and Legends is a series of gold and silver bullion coins issued by the Royal Mint. The first series featured characters from Robin Hood, the second series included key characters from King Arthur, and the third series showcases the legendary characters from Beowulf.

The Tale of Beowulf

Beowulf is about a young prince of the Geats who is tasked by the Danish King Hrothgar with slaying the evil monster, Grendel. Beowulf accepts the task and gathers fourteen warriors, embarking on his quest to Heorot to assist Lord Hrothgar.

Together, the party of warriors and Beowulf slay Grendel. Beowulf returns to Heorot with the monster's arm as proof of his victory. However, their celebration is short-lived as the next day, Grendel's mother kills one of Lord Hrothgar's men in revenge for her fallen son.

Beowulf dives into the lake where Grendel died in search of his mother. She attacks him, but he manages to overcome her by killing her with his sword. Before leaving, Beowulf cuts off Grendel's head and returns once again as the hero of Heorot. The prince then returns home to be greeted by King Hygelac of the Geats.

Beowulf's Legacy

During the next segment of the Beowulf poem, some time passes, and King Hygelac is killed in battle alongside his son, which leads to Beowulf becoming King and bringing peace to the land for 50 years.

However, Beowulf finds himself now around 70 years old, and a fire-breathing dragon is ravaging his kingdom after a man steals from its lair full of treasure. Frail and old, Beowulf does not hesitate and decides he must fight the beast even if it means he will die.

During Beowulf's final battle, his trusted warriors do not join him as they are too scared to fight the dragon, but one stays by his side: Wiglaf, who stands by him for the first time in battle. The outcome is that together they kill the dragon, but Beowulf succumbs to his battle wounds as the dragon bites down on his neck before dying. Before Beowulf dies, he names Wiglaf as the new king since he was the one who fought by his side at the end.

What Is Capital Gains Tax?

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a form of levies imposed on the profit garnered from the sale of assets, such as real estate, investments, and collectibles. In the United Kingdom, the present CGT allowance is £3,000 per annum per individual, which implies that one can earn up to £3,000 from the sale of assets prior to being subject to CGT.

For UK residents, bullion coins which are UK legal tender pound sterling coins are exempt from capital gains tax (CGT).

The obverse of the coin features the uncrowned portrait of His Majesty King Charles III. The engraver's initials, 'MJ,' appear at the truncation of the neck, and the legend of the coin reads as follows:

CHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · 100 POUNDS ·

The reverse depicts Beowulf in a battle stance, with his sword 'Hrunting' positioned over his left shoulder, ready to thrust the blade into Grendel's mother. She is shown crouched over, poised in close proximity to pounce on Beowulf to avenge her son, who died fighting him.

An inscription can be seen that reads as:

BEOWULF & GRENDEL'S MOTHER · 2025

1oz FINE GOLD · 999.9