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English Coins - Variety of Medieval Monarchs
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English Coins - Variety of Medieval Monarchs
English Coins - Variety of Medieval Monarchs. Kings featured are: Henry I, Stephen, Henry II, Richard I, John, Henry III, Edward I, Edward II, Edward II and Richard II
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This print showcases a diverse collection of English coins bearing the visages of medieval monarchs, including Henry I, Stephen, Henry II, Richard I, John, Henry III, Edward I, Edward II, and Richard II. Each coin serves as a testament to the rich history of English coinage and the political landscape of the Middle Ages. Henry I's coin, displayed prominently at the center, features his profile with the legend "Henricus Rex Anglorum," emphasizing his status as the first English king of the Norman dynasty. The coin of Stephen, his successor, is marked by the distinctive cross of Anjou, reflecting his Anjou-Norman heritage. Moving on to the Plantagenets, Henry II's coin showcases a portrait of the king with the legend "Henricus Rex Anglorum et Hibernorum," signifying his rule over England and Ireland. Richard I, also known as the Lionheart, is represented by a penny bearing his distinctive lion emblem. John, a controversial monarch, is depicted on a coin with the legend "Ioannes Dei Gratia Rex Anglorum," emphasizing his claim to the throne by divine right. Henry III's coin displays a portrait of the king with a royal diadem, while Edward I's coin features the long cross of St. George, symbolizing his military prowess and the beginning of the English conquest of Wales. Edward II's coin bears the legend "Edwardus Rex Anglorum," and is notable for its unusual design, featuring a pelican feeding its young with its own blood, symbolizing Christ's sacrifice. Richard II's coin, the last one in the collection, displays a portrait of the king with the legend "Richardus Rex Anglorum," marking the end of the Plantagenet line and the beginning of the Lancaster dynasty. This collection of English coins offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and artistic developments of the Middle Ages, providing a unique perspective on the monarchs who shaped England's history.
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