Coins Collection (page 39)

Chinese Wen-Wang
A Chinese fortune-teller employs the WEN-WANG method of prediction, in which small coins are used

Making Money
Brand new British coins (pre- Decimalisation), pouring out of the processor, are collected by willing hands

Quality Checking Coins
Quality checking new coins at the Royal Mint as they come off the conveyor belt, rejecting the badly made ones

Mule Produces Coins
A young boy bends to pick up some gold coins which are streaming miraculously from the mouth of his mule

Coenwulf Coin
A coin from the reign of Saxon king Coenwulf, ruler of Mercia

Month of July C18Th
This month is personified as colourful and plentiful. He holds some grapes to indicate prosperity

Avarice / Greed by Galle
A profile portrait of a woman holding a purse surrounded by an ornate border of putti holding money bags, cutting purse strings and counting coins

Charles II Era Crown
The Crown or Tryal-piece of Thomas Simon during the reign of Charles II

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Coins: From Netherlandish Proverbs to Bungay Corn Cross" Step into a world where coins become storytellers, revealing tales from different eras and cultures. In the enchanting realm of numismatics, these small metallic wonders hold immense historical significance. Embark on a journey through time as you explore "Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape, " where ancient wisdom is etched onto precious metal discs. Each coin tells its own tale, offering glimpses into the lives and customs of distant lands. Imagine stumbling upon an unexpected treasure like "Someone Drops a Sixpence Near Somerset House - HM Bateman. " The thrill of finding such relics transports us back to 1969 when old UK money circulated freely, reminding us of simpler times. Delve deeper into history with "OLD ENGLISH COINS, " artifacts that bear witness to bygone eras. These tangible links to our past connect us with generations long gone but not forgotten. Marvel at the intricate beauty captured in Ernest Board's masterpiece, "Fortuna. " This coin embodies luck and fortune while showcasing artistic brilliance that transcends time and borders. Travel afar with an Arabian-Byzantine coin discovered in Paris; it whispers stories from exotic lands where trade routes intertwined diverse cultures. Meanwhile, a Masai warrior's image imprinted on another coin takes us straight to Kenya's breathtaking Masai Mara National Reserve—a testament to Africa's rich heritage. Witness whimsy come alive as you encounter a skeleton precariously perched atop a penny farthing bicycle—an intriguing blend of macabre humor frozen in time. Appreciate cultural diversity through numismatic artistry—like the traditional dress depicted on Hmong woman coins during Laos' vibrant New Year Festival in Luang Prabang. Such coins celebrate identity and tradition while bridging gaps between nations. Yet amidst all this splendor, we must not forget the darker side of history. H. M.