Ferdinand and Isabella

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Orfew, Feb 17, 2017.

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  1. chrisild

    chrisild Coin Collector

    Who knows - this was her in 1490, hehe.

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    Then again, she actually picked him, while marriages were usually arranged by the parents/families then. Interesting by the way how flexible some people's ideas of "ancient" are. Would not have thought that 15/16c coins are discussed here. But, oh well. ;)

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  3. dougsmit

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    While the gold and silver coins certainly are wonderful, the great rarity to seek out would be a blanca with full legends and well struck monograms. I certainly have never seen one.
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  4. panzerman

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    Wow! She looks at LOT more attractive on coin! Had, I been Ferdinand, I would have ordered a Country wide beauty pageant, and picked the "winner";) A Jennifer Lopez type.
     
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  5. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Some other paintings have her more attractive.
     
    Mat, Feb 18, 2017
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  6. 01mikep

    01mikep Well-Known Member

    If I remember right, their union is what united the two main regions of the Iberian peninsula and would create what we know now as Spain. It may have been more of a strategic move than a passion filled courtship?
     
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