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Background imageNumismatics Collection: English Coins, George IV, Victoria (b / w photo)

English Coins, George IV, Victoria (b / w photo)
6003808 English Coins, George IV, Victoria (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English Coins, George IV, Victoria)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Banknote of Sudan, 1885 (pressboard)

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

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Isabella I the Catholic (1451-1504). Queen of Castilla y Leon (1474-1504)

Isabella I the Catholic (1451-1504). Queen of Castilla y Leon (1474-1504). Seal and signature of Isabella of Castile
CUL4861137 Isabella I the Catholic (1451-1504). Queen of Castilla y Leon (1474-1504). Seal and signature of Isabella of Castile. Engraving. Seal. SPAIN. ARAGON. Zaragoza

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Silphium plant on Cyrenaic coin

Silphium plant on Cyrenaic coin
3849439 Silphium plant on Cyrenaic coin; Wellcome Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Silphium plant on Cyrenaic (Greek) coin); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022.

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Aureus of Emperor Nero. Obverse: Laureate head of Nero. Reverse: The Colossus of Nero , 54-68

Aureus of Emperor Nero. Obverse: Laureate head of Nero. Reverse: The Colossus of Nero , 54-68. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Niklas Keder, 1659-1735, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder

Niklas Keder, 1659-1735, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Niklas Keder, 1659-1735, early-mid 18th century

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Umayyad gold Dinar of Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan, ca 691. Creator: Numismatic, Oriental coins

Umayyad gold Dinar of Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan, ca 691. Creator: Numismatic, Oriental coins
Umayyad gold Dinar of Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan, ca 691. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Solidus of Heraclius. Crux Potens on three steps (Reverse), 639-641

Solidus of Heraclius. Crux Potens on three steps (Reverse), 639-641. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Solidus of Heraclius. Crux Potens on three steps (Reverse), 639-641. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Solidus of Heraclius. Heraclius, Heraclius Constantine, and Heraclonas (Obverse), 639-641

Solidus of Heraclius. Heraclius, Heraclius Constantine, and Heraclonas (Obverse), 639-641. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Denarius of Tiberius. Findspot: South Asia, India, Tamil Nadu, 1st H. 1st century AD

Denarius of Tiberius. Findspot: South Asia, India, Tamil Nadu, 1st H. 1st century AD. Found in the collection of the British Museum

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin of Menander I, ca 160-130 BC. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins

Coin of Menander I, ca 160-130 BC. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Coin of Menander I, ca 160-130 BC. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Portrait of the composer Luigi Cherubini (1760-1842), c. 1840

Portrait of the composer Luigi Cherubini (1760-1842), c. 1840. Creator: David d'Angers, Pierre-Jean (1788-1856)
Portrait of the composer Luigi Cherubini (1760-1842), c. 1840. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Giuseppe Mazzoni (Commemorative medal), 1897. Creator: Farnesi, A. (active End of the 19th cen.)

Giuseppe Mazzoni (Commemorative medal), 1897. Creator: Farnesi, A. (active End of the 19th cen.)
Giuseppe Mazzoni (Commemorative medal), 1897. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Vittoria Colonna (Commemorative medal), 1840. Creator: Girometti, Pietro (1811-1859)

Vittoria Colonna (Commemorative medal), 1840. Creator: Girometti, Pietro (1811-1859)
Vittoria Colonna (Commemorative medal), 1840. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Link from a Coin Belt: Emperor with vexillum and crowning Victory, 379-395

Link from a Coin Belt: Emperor with vexillum and crowning Victory, 379-395. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Link from a Coin Belt: Emperor with vexillum and crowning Victory, 379-395. Found in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Silver Dirham. Abbasid Empire, Al-Ma'mun, Herat, Khorasan, 813-833

Silver Dirham. Abbasid Empire, Al-Ma'mun, Herat, Khorasan, 813-833. Creator: Numismatic, Oriental coins
Silver Dirham. Abbasid Empire, Al-Ma'mun, Herat, Khorasan, 813-833. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Sycee (Obverse and Reverse), 1290. Creator: Numismatic, Oriental coins

Sycee (Obverse and Reverse), 1290. Creator: Numismatic, Oriental coins
Sycee (Obverse and Reverse), 1290. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Aboukir Medallion. The obverse: head of Alexander the Great... 3rd cen. AD

Aboukir Medallion. The obverse: head of Alexander the Great... 3rd cen. AD. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Aboukir Medallion. The obverse: head of Alexander the Great. The reverse: a hunting scene, 3rd cen. AD. Found in the collection of the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisbon

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Denarius of Augustus. Obverse: Head of Augustus. Reverse: quadriga on... 18th-16th cen. BC

Denarius of Augustus. Obverse: Head of Augustus. Reverse: quadriga on... 18th-16th cen. BC
Denarius of Augustus. Obverse: Head of Augustus. Reverse: quadriga on triumphal arch, 18th-16th cen. BC. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: The Schleswig-Holstein Medal, 1850. Creator: Unknown

The Schleswig-Holstein Medal, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Schleswig-Holstein Medal, 1850. The...Medal represents the two great eras of Denmark's connexion with the Duchies [of Schleswig and Holstein]

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin of Vima Kadphises, ca 100-128. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins

Coin of Vima Kadphises, ca 100-128. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Coin of Vima Kadphises, ca 100-128. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin of the Hephthalites, End of the 5th century. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins

Coin of the Hephthalites, End of the 5th century. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Coin of the Hephthalites, End of the 5th century. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Khingila I, Dinar of the Alchon Huns, ca 440-490 CE. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins

Khingila I, Dinar of the Alchon Huns, ca 440-490 CE. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Khingila I, Dinar of the Alchon Huns, ca 440-490 CE. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Gold Coin, Kushan. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo), 127-150

Gold Coin, Kushan. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo), 127-150. Creator: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Gold Coin, Kushan. Reverse: in Bactrian script Buddha (boddo), 127-150. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: The International Exhibition: 'The Auction - Last Day of the Sale', by G.B. O'Neil, 1862. Creator: E

The International Exhibition: "The Auction - Last Day of the Sale", by G.B. O'Neil, 1862. Creator: E
The International Exhibition: "The Auction - Last Day of the Sale", by G.B. O'Neil, 1862. Auction after a clergyman's death....the aged partner and his comely daughter

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Julia Domna Silver Denarius

Julia Domna Silver Denarius
Silver denarius depicting Julia Domna (193-217 AD) on the obverse, facing right, with the inscription IVLIA AVGVSTA. Julia Domna was the wife of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211AD)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Julius Caesar Copper Alloy Coin

Julius Caesar Copper Alloy Coin
The coin features Julius Caesar (100-44 BC) with the inscription DIVOS IVLIVS on the obverse and the inscription CAESAR DIVI F on the reverse. It measures 25 mm in diameter and is a possible forgery

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Queen Anne Silver Shilling, England

Queen Anne Silver Shilling, England
The obverse depicts Queen Anne (reigned 1702-1714). The reverse features merged shields, representing the union of England and Scotland

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Electrotype Greek Coin from Thurium, Southern Italy

Electrotype Greek Coin from Thurium, Southern Italy
Obverse only electrotype showing Athene wearing a crested Athenian helmet on which there is Scylla with a snaky tail and a tiny griffin on the neck guard

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Roman Republic Silver Denarius

Roman Republic Silver Denarius
The obverse features Janus, a god with two faces, looking in opposite directions (the past and the future) surrounded by the inscription M FOVRI L F. The month of January is named after Janus

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Copper Alloy Pre-decimal One Penny (1d) Coin, England

Copper Alloy Pre-decimal One Penny (1d) Coin, England
The obverse bears the youthful portrait of Queen Elizabeth II (reigned 1952-) wearing a laurel wreath in her hair. The inscription ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F : D: + encircles the portrait

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Silver Crown, England

Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Silver Crown, England
The obverse of the silver crown features Queen Victorias Jubilee portrait, facing left and wearing the small diamond crown, commissioned by her in 1870

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Silver Tetradrachm, Egypt

Silver Tetradrachm, Egypt
Silver tetradrachm featuring the diademed head of Ptomely I (305-283 BC) of Egypt, facing right, on the obverse. The reverse bears a strutting eagle with wings furled, facing left

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin of Hannibal Barca. Carthage. (Obverse: Hannibal, Reverse: Elephant), ca. 213-210 BC

Coin of Hannibal Barca. Carthage. (Obverse: Hannibal, Reverse: Elephant), ca. 213-210 BC. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin of Hiero II of Syracuse, 238-215 B. C

Coin of Hiero II of Syracuse, 238-215 B. C
Coin of Hiero II of Syracuse, 238-215 B.C.. Private Collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin (Zlatnik) of Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (Averse: Portrait of the ruler), 980-1015

Coin (Zlatnik) of Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (Averse: Portrait of the ruler), 980-1015. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coins of Queen Tamar of Georgia, 1200. Artist: Numismatic, Ancient Coins

Coins of Queen Tamar of Georgia, 1200. Artist: Numismatic, Ancient Coins
Coins of Queen Tamar of Georgia, 1200. From a private collection

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Spanish Civil War. Bills issued by the touwn

Spanish Civil War. Bills issued by the touwn council of Reus for local use (1937). SPAIN. Bilbao. Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria Foundation

Background imageNumismatics Collection: 2 pesetas bill (Spain, 1938)

2 pesetas bill (Spain, 1938)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: 1 peseta coin (Spain, 1937). SPAIN. Barcelona

1 peseta coin (Spain, 1937). SPAIN. Barcelona. National Art Museum of Catalonia

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Vivae Omnium Ferre Imperatorum Imagines... 1557 Creator: Hubert Goltzius

Vivae Omnium Ferre Imperatorum Imagines... 1557 Creator: Hubert Goltzius
Vivae Omnium Ferre Imperatorum Imagines... 1557

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Roman Republican Coin from Rome, 44 BC (silver)

Roman Republican Coin from Rome, 44 BC (silver)
1203075 Roman Republican Coin from Rome, 44 BC (silver) by Roman, (1st century BC); 2x2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Gaius Julius Caesar (100-44 BC)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Roman Republican Coin from Rome, 44 BC (silver)

Roman Republican Coin from Rome, 44 BC (silver)
1203070 Roman Republican Coin from Rome, 44 BC (silver) by Roman, (1st century BC); 2x2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Gaius Julius Caesar (100-44 BC)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Islamic Coin from Bukhara (silver)

Islamic Coin from Bukhara (silver)
1203008 Islamic Coin from Bukhara (silver) by Asian School; 3.3x3.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Mansur I (d.976)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Islamic Coin from Qazvin (silver)

Islamic Coin from Qazvin (silver)
1203041 Islamic Coin from Qazvin (silver) by Iranian School; 2.7x2.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Sultan Husayn (1668-1726)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Islamic Coin from Bukhara (silver)

Islamic Coin from Bukhara (silver)
1203006 Islamic Coin from Bukhara (silver) by Asian School; 3.3x3.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Mansur I (d.976)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Aureus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Tiberius, 15-37 CE, issued by Tiberius

Aureus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Tiberius, 15-37 CE, issued by Tiberius. Reverse: possibly Tiberiuss mother Livia as Pax, enthroned with sceptre and branch. Minted in Lugdunum (modern Lyon)

Background imageNumismatics Collection: Coin Portraying Emperor Constans, after April 340. Creator: Unknown

Coin Portraying Emperor Constans, after April 340. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Constans, after April 340. Reverse: soldiers with military standards. Minted in Augusta Treverorum (modern Trier)



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"Exploring the Riches of Numismatics: A Journey Through Time and Currency" Step into the fascinating world of numismatics, where history comes alive through coins and banknotes. From English Coins featuring iconic figures like George IV and Queen Victoria captured in timeless black and white photographs, to a rare Sudanese Banknote from 1885 made of pressboard that tells tales of a bygone era. Delve deeper into the Spanish Civil War with bills issued by towns during this tumultuous period, such as the 2 pesetas bill from Spain in 1938 or the Barcelona 1 peseta coin from 1937. These artifacts bear witness to a nation's struggle for freedom. Travel back even further in time with ancient treasures like Julia Domna Silver Denarius or Julius Caesar Copper Alloy Coin, reminding us of Rome's grandeur. The Queen Anne Silver Shilling takes us to England during her reign, showcasing royal elegance etched onto precious metal. Crossing borders, an Electrotype Greek Coin hailing from Thurium in Southern Italy offers glimpses into Hellenistic culture. Meanwhile, a Roman Republic Silver Denarius unveils stories of power and conquest. Closer to home, discover everyday currency with a Copper Alloy Pre-decimal One Penny (1d) Coin from England - once used for small purchases that now serve as nostalgic reminders. Finally, behold the regal splendor of Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Silver Crown - an emblematic symbol representing an era when Britain ruled over vast territories. Numismatics is not just about collecting coins; it is about unraveling historical narratives engraved on these tiny pieces of metal or paper. Each artifact holds within it stories waiting to be discovered – tales that connect us to our past while igniting curiosity for our future.