Myths & Legends - Little John - 1 Oz - Gold Coin

The "Myths and Legends" series, one of the best gold coin series of recent years, has taken the Royal Mint's precious metals offering to a whole new level of popularity.

Launched in 2021, The Royal Mint's Myths and Legends collection began with a series of three coins celebrating the famous stories of Robin Hood. The Archer himself and Maid Marian appeared on the first two coins in the collection and now the third coin in the series completes the trio of legendary characters with Little John, a trusted and reliable companion who is always ready to fight enemies and follow Robin. Hood into battle.

For the designs in the Robin Hood-inspired series, Jody Clark turned to the scenery of Sherwood Forest to represent different aspects of the characters. On this coin, the strength and steadfastness of the trees surround and symbolize Little John, who stands boldly at the center of the design.

Struck in 999.9 fine gold, each one-ounce coin is finished to The Royal Mint standard and is also available as a one-ounce silver edition.