Money Collection (page 3)

Samuel Spencer Bill 1880
Samuel Spencer, draper, of Chester

Millionaire Throws Cash
An American millionaire, Mr Chanel, wins at the casino - then throws his winnings from the window to passers-by

The Parable of the Talents, c. 1884 (Oil on canvas)
7212780 The Parable of the Talents, c.1884 (Oil on canvas) by Rich, William George (1857-after 1901); The Ms Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Rich)

Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens, early 17th century (ink
1152501 Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens, early 17th century (ink, colour, gold & gold leaf on paper) (see also 1152500) by Kano Naizen (1570-1616) (attr)

Founding of the Bank of England - proposed by William Paterson, the Bank of England was formed with Sir John Houblon as its first Governor, initially located in Mercers Hall. Date: 1694

The Mercy Fathers ransoming the captives in Algeria, c. 1830-40 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT287709 The Mercy Fathers ransoming the captives in Algeria, c.1830-40 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

United Kingdom - Order of the Garter - Three plates: Top
LRI4631055 United Kingdom - Order of the Garter - Three plates: Top: plate belonging to John Churchill (1650-1722) Duke of Marlborough, beginning of the 18th century, Embroidery of silver thread

Banknote of Sudan, 1885 (pressboard)
1203132 Banknote of Sudan, 1885 (pressboard) by Sudanese School, (19th century); 6.4x10.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

John Aspinall with his giant Silverback Gorrila ponders the problems of running his Zoo at Howletts, near Canterbury

The Fortune Teller, c. 1635 (oil on canvas)
3432875 The Fortune Teller, c.1635 (oil on canvas) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); 102x123.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

The Old Woman of Threadneedle Street, 1826. Artist: Standidge & Co
The Old Woman of Threadneedle Street, 1826. This is probably a protest against the Act restricting the issue of small notes by the Bank of England in 1826

The Tribute Money, 1560s. Artist: Titian (1488-1576)
The Tribute Money, 1560s. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Caricature of Archdeacon Dunbar, Anglican clergyman
Caricature of Archdeacon Charles Gordon Cumming Dunbar (1844-1916), Anglican clergyman of St Andrews Church, Tavistock Place, London, who was involved in a divorce case in 1881 brought by his wife

French Street Conjuror
A French street magician with his trestle table set up ready to perform the cup and ball trick and con some punters out of their money Date: circa 1805

The Cheat with the Ace of Diamonds, c. 1635-40 (oil on canvas) (for details see 90054-56)
XIR90053 The Cheat with the Ace of Diamonds, c.1635-40 (oil on canvas) (for details see 90054-56) by Tour, Georges de la (1593-1652); 106x146 cm; Louvre, Paris

Fortuna
BAL17902 Fortuna by Bernard, Jean Francois Armand Felix (1829-94); Roy Miles Fine Paintings; (add.info.: Roman goddess of good fortune and happiness; ); French, out of copyright

Fortune flying through the sky on the wheel
Fortune, sprinkling a cornucopia of money and flowers on the lucky, is transported across the clouds atop the Wheel of Fortune.... Date: circa 1902

Money agreement. Illustration from Decretum
" Money agreement. Illustration from " Decretum Gratiani" (" Gratians Decree" ). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. FRANCE. Laon

Opening of the Anglesey Hunt
An opening custom of the Anglesey Hunt, whereby hot coppers or small change (heated in a bucket by the fire) are thrown from the balcony of the Bulkeley Arms Hotel following the hunt ball

Lionel L. Cohen, Vanity Fair, Lib
LIONEL LOUIS COHEN (1832-1887) English financier, politician, and communal worker. Trustee and later manager of the London Stock Exchange. MP for Paddington North

The Minters Costume (coloured engraving)
XIR227666 The Minters Costume (coloured engraving) by Bonnart (Family of Engravers) (1650-1750); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Key figures behind tariff reform from Birmingham area
The key figures behind tariff reform from the Birmingham area. Tariff Reform introduced by Joseph and Austen Chamberlain in 1903

Norman Gnome

MOTHER GOOSE: KING. The king was in the parlor. Wood engraving from a late-19th century edition of Mother Gooses Melodies

Poster advertising National Savings (the best British recipe for prosperity), with six recipes from one of the first television chefs, Philip Harben (1906-1970). circa 1940s

Dutch poster advertising a National Collection on behalf of the Fatherland (ie the German Reich), during the Second World War. May 1944

Poster advertising a collection for nurses
German poster advertising a collection for nurses, to thank them for their work during the First World War

Blondin Audience Ledger
A fascinating unused page from a ledger to record the ticket sales and money accrued from a performance of the legendary tightrop walker Charles Blondin The Hero of Niagara

Coin of Edward & Harold
Coins of Edward the Confessor and Harold II

Donation box in Elijahs Cave Synagogue in Haifa, Israel, Middle East

Coin offering at the Vincennes Buddhist Pagoda, Paris, France, Europe

A miserly man counting his money
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Jesus and Temple
He expels the money-changers from the Temple precincts

Royal Mint Facade
The facade of the Royal Mint

Debtor Served with Writ
A debtor is served with a writ

Successful Money Lender
A successful money lender caresses his bulging money bags. Coins lie scattered across the table. A freshly drawn up loan contract is at his elbow

Puccini / Butterfly / Record
Complete on 16 records, at 4 shillings and sixpence each, or complete for three pounds and twelve shillings - at least 100 pounds in todays money !

No Money for Social Serv
- Sorry, can t spare anything for schools or social services

Visit to a Money Lender
A visit to a money lender

Coining Machines : (L) For writing on edge (R) Mill

Banditti, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving)
XCF306892 Banditti, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving) by Boyne, John (1750-1810); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon satirising the Fox-North coalition government of March to December)

Danae, 1891 (oil on canvas)
XIR168139 Danae, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Chantron, Alexandre-Jacques (1842-1918); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes, France; (add.info)

Picture No. 12020190
Carrier Pigeon, wearing sunglasses hat and gold chain with dollar sign.. Digital manipulation Date:

Little avare
Jonathan L

Monopoly
Andreas Magnusson

Success Is Sexy
Dikhotomy

Monopoly
Andreas Magnusson

Success Is Sexy
Dikhotomy

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"Money: A Timeless Tale of Wealth, Power, and Struggles" In the whimsical world of Lear's Owl & Pussycat, amidst a backdrop of C19 challenges, money takes center stage. Just like the elusive five-pound note that slipped through their fingers, it holds both promise and uncertainty. Throughout history, it has been a subject of fascination and satire. Take Gillray's political masterpiece "Political Ravishment, " where the Old Lady of Threadneedle Street finds herself in danger during turbulent times in 1797. Such art captures society's complex relationship with wealth. Tsai Shen Yeh, the Chinese God of wealth, reminds us that money is not just about material possessions but also spiritual abundance. It symbolizes prosperity beyond mere coins or stocks on London Stock Exchange pitches. Even ancient artifacts hold tales of monetary significance; consider Pontius Pilate's bronze coins from 30-31 AD. They remind us how currency has shaped civilizations throughout time. From coal strikes demanding fair wages to Netherlandish Proverbs illustrating societal values tied to wealth distribution—money becomes entwined with social justice struggles across centuries. Yet amidst these complexities lies joyous moments too. Hendrick Avercamp's painting depicts people enjoying ice near a town—a reminder that they are enable leisure and happiness when shared equitably among communities. The Jubilee Singers' group photo showcases how funds raised through talent can uplift marginalized voices at Fisk University in the USA—a testament to using financial resources for positive change. Religious parables such as The Parable Of The Talents teach valuable lessons about utilizing one's financial resources wisely while H. M Bateman humorously portrays an Income Tax Official facing consequences even after death—an eternal reminder that taxes are inevitable. In this ever-evolving world where economies fluctuate like tides, money remains an intricate part of our lives. It reflects our desires for security and success while also highlighting the need for balance and fairness.