GARGOYLES OF THE WORLD – WESTMINSTER ABBEY

Westminster Abbey – 1 AVDP Oz .999 Fine Copper Round | Gargoyles of the World Series

Description:

Celebrate one of Britain’s most historic landmarks with the Westminster Abbey copper round, a distinguished addition to our Gargoyles of the World Series. For nearly a millennium, this architectural masterpiece in London has stood as a monument of English history, tradition, and Gothic splendor — adorned with an eclectic array of grotesques and gargoyles.

Struck in .999 fine copper, this 1 oz AVDP round measures 39mm and features a finely detailed depiction of one of Westminster Abbey’s most playful gargoyles — a bizarre, hybrid creature with a wide, expressive face, bulging eyes, and tongue extended in jest. The intricate stonework surrounding the figure is captured with precision. The reverse showcases the series’ signature design — an ornate gothic window motif framing the Gargoyles of the World title beneath a winged guardian.

The Legend:
Founded in the 10th century, Westminster Abbey is renowned for its royal ceremonies and final resting place of monarchs, poets, and statesmen. Its gargoyles, added over successive centuries, combine the grotesque and the whimsical, serving both as functional waterspouts and as symbolic protectors against evil spirits. The featured gargoyle exemplifies medieval humor, often intended to amuse as much as to ward off misfortune.

An essential collectible for admirers of British heritage, Gothic architecture, and the rich storytelling carved in stone.

Highlights:

• Contains 1 oz. AVDP of .999 Fine Copper
• Obverse: Westminster Abbey’s humorous gargoyle with exaggerated facial features and outstretched tongue
• Reverse: Gargoyles of the World Series design featuring gothic window detailing and winged gargoyle
• Diameter: 39mm