1 oz Una and the Lion Gold Bar | Royal Mint

An Epic Story Immortalized in Gold: The Una and the Lion Bullion Bar

In the world of numismatics and precious metals, some stories are so powerful and timeless that they are continuously revisited in artistic works over the centuries. One such story is that of Una and the Lion, an epic tale from Edmund Spenser’s famous poem The Faerie Queene. This captivating legend now serves as the inspiration for a new series of bullion bars by the Royal Mint, starting with a stunning gold bar that captures the tale of courage, innocence, and loyalty in the purest gold.

Background Information

Written by Edmund Spenser in the late 16th century, The Faerie Queene is one of the most significant works in English literature. The poem recounts the adventures of various knights who represent virtues such as bravery, justice, and friendship. In this epic story, the young Una, daughter of an imprisoned royal couple, encounters a fierce lion during her quest to save her parents. But Una’s beauty and purity tame the beast, and instead of devouring her, the lion becomes her loyal protector. This allegorical story represents the triumph of innocence and faith over evil.

Obverse

The obverse of the gold bar features a masterful depiction of the iconic scene where Una and the lion are united. This exquisite design, created by Jody Clark, captures the essence of the legend: the innocent and graceful Una alongside the powerful lion who becomes her steadfast companion. The intricate details, from Una’s flowing gown to the lion’s majestic mane, are finely crafted, giving the bar an elevated aesthetic.

Reverse

The reverse of the gold bar displays the weight and fineness of the metal—“1 ounce of 999.9 fine gold”—as well as the bar’s individual serial number, making it a unique collector’s item. These details are elegantly engraved to highlight the bar’s high quality and value.

Special Features

This gold bar is not only a remarkable work of art but also a tribute to one of the greatest epic tales in English literature. The inscription “DIRIGE DEUS GRESSUS MEOS”—“May God direct my steps”—emphasizes the spiritual dimension of the Una and the Lion story, making the bar a symbol of protection and guidance. Additionally, this bar is the first in a new series of bar designs inspired by this epic tale, and it is the first Royal Mint bar to be designed in landscape format.

Key Highlights

• First gold bar in a new series inspired by the story of Una and the Lion
• Design by Jody Clark, struck in 1 ounce of 999.9 fine gold
• Inscription “DIRIGE DEUS GRESSUS MEOS”—“May God direct my steps”
• Each bar is individually serialized
• First Royal Mint bar designed in landscape format

Add a gold bar with a story to your collection. Secure this unique bullion bar that brings the eternal story of Una and the Lion to life in the finest form. Immerse yourself in a world of myth and legend, captured in pure gold, and make this special bar a highlight of your collection!