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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Orfew, post: 3268403, member: 74968&quot;]I have three different collecting areas: the 12 Caesars, the family of Eleanor of Aquitaine, and Historical figures as dramatized by shakespeare. The last 2 categories involve medieval coins and I was able to add several to the Eleanor collection this past year.</p><p><br /></p><p>8. Gaucher de Châtillon</p><p><br /></p><p>This coin is interesting because it is an imitation and not because of Gaucher de Chatillon. A law was passed under Edward I which outlawed money from the continent because it was worth far less than the British coinage and the continental coinage was lowering the value of the British coinage. The British coins were struck of fine full weight silver while continental coins used baser metals.<font size="4"> This coin is a continental imitation of a penny of Edward I. I wanted this coin because it marks an important event in the history of medieval coinage and I found this interesting.</font></p><p><font size="4"><br /></font></p><p><font size="4"><br /></font></p><p><font size="4">[ATTACH=full]861507[/ATTACH] </font></p><p><font size="4"><br /></font></p><p><font size="4">Gaucher of Chatillon. Silver Sterling, 1313-1322 </font></p><p><font size="4">(18mm, 1.13g).</font></p><p><font size="4">Obv: +GALCHS COMES PORC, Crowned bust of Edward facing. </font></p><p><font size="4">Rev: MON ETN OVA YVE, Long cross, three pellets in each divide.</font></p><p><font size="4">Mayhew 247. Fine, wavy flan.</font></p><p><font size="4">Bought from Holding History on EBay</font></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>7. Friederich II also known as the &#039;stupor mundi&#039; the (astonishment of the world) was another fascinating historical character. I really liked the look of the portrait on this pfennig. It does not fit in with any collecting theme except interesting historical figures.</p><p><br /></p><p>from wikipedia:</p><p><br /></p><p><b>&quot;Frederick II</b> (26 December 1194 – 13 December 1250; <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sicilian_language" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sicilian_language" rel="nofollow">Sicilian</a>: <i>Fridiricu, Fidiricu</i>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_language" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_language" rel="nofollow">Italian</a>: <i>Federico</i>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latin_language" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latin_language" rel="nofollow">Latin</a>: <i>Federicus</i>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_language" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_language" rel="nofollow">German</a>: <i>Friedrich</i>) was <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Sicily" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Sicily" rel="nofollow">King of Sicily</a> from 1198, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Germany" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Germany" rel="nofollow">King of Germany</a> from 1212, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Italy" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Italy" rel="nofollow">King of Italy</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holy_Roman_Emperor" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holy_Roman_Emperor" rel="nofollow">Holy Roman Emperor</a> from 1220 and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Jerusalem" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_of_Jerusalem" rel="nofollow">King of Jerusalem</a> from 1225. His mother <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constance,_Queen_of_Sicily" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constance,_Queen_of_Sicily" rel="nofollow">Constance</a> was Queen of Sicily and his father was <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_VI,_Holy_Roman_Emperor" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_VI,_Holy_Roman_Emperor" rel="nofollow">Henry VI</a> of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_Hohenstaufen" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_Hohenstaufen" rel="nofollow">Hohenstaufen dynasty</a>. Frederick&#039;s reign saw the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holy_Roman_Empire" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holy_Roman_Empire" rel="nofollow">Holy Roman Empire</a> achieve its greatest territorial extent.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Dominions_of_Friedrick_II_(Kingdom_of_Sicily,_Holy_Roman_Empire,_Kingdom_of_Jerusalem).png" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Dominions_of_Friedrick_II_(Kingdom_of_Sicily,_Holy_Roman_Empire,_Kingdom_of_Jerusalem).png" rel="nofollow"><img src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1d/Dominions_of_Friedrick_II_%28Kingdom_of_Sicily%2C_Holy_Roman_Empire%2C_Kingdom_of_Jerusalem%29.png/220px-Dominions_of_Friedrick_II_%28Kingdom_of_Sicily%2C_Holy_Roman_Empire%2C_Kingdom_of_Jerusalem%29.png" class="bbCodeImage wysiwygImage" alt="" unselectable="on" /></a></p><p>Dominions of Frederick II</p><p>His political and cultural ambitions were enormous as he ruled a vast area beginning with Sicily and stretching through Italy all the way north to Germany. As the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crusades" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crusades" rel="nofollow">Crusades</a> progressed, he acquired control of Jerusalem and styled himself its king. However, the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papacy" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papacy" rel="nofollow">Papacy</a> became his enemy, and it eventually prevailed. His dynasty collapsed soon after his death. &quot;</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861501[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>GERMANY. Nuremberg. Friedrich II (Holy Roman Emperor, 1220-1250). Pfennig.</p><p>Obv: Crowned head facing; annulet to left right; all within border of lis.</p><p>Rev: Figure standing facing, holding lis and banner.</p><p>Erlanger 21.</p><p>Condition: Very fine.</p><p>Weight: 0.9 g.</p><p>Diameter: 19 mm.</p><p><br /></p><p>Ex: Numismatik Naumann, Auction 50 Lot 798 05/02/2017</p><p><br /></p><p>Ex: Numismatik Naumann, Auction 67 Lot 874 0107/2018</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>6. Henry VIII needs no introduction. He is the fat tyrant of medieval England as Nero was the fat tyrant of 1st century imperial Rome. Like him or not, Henry changed England forever by splitting with the Catholic church and establishing the church of England. Famous for his temper and for multiple wives he also made a martyr of Sir Thomas Moore. If you have not read the play &quot;A Man for All Seasons&quot;, I highly recommend it. There was also a movie made several decades ago. The title is ambiguous deliberately. It has 2 meanings. First it means that a man is stable no matter the season. Secondly, it can also mean that a man changes from season to season. This ambiguity depicts the situation Moore found himself in.</p><p><br /></p><p>England. House of Tudor. Henry VIII (1509-1547). Second Coinage, 1526-1544. Groat, mm rose. Laker bust D, rev. Shield over cross fourchee. S.2337E. PCGS Genuine, Cleaned - XF Detail. Spink USA, The Numismatic Collectors&#039; Series Sale</p><p>Sale Date: 04/17/2018</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861490[/ATTACH]</p><p>5. William X was the father of Eleanor of Aquitaine. That made this coin a target for me. However, it is not just about the historical connection. I really liked the way this coin looked. the legends are readable, the devices are clear, the toning is lovely, and the strike is exceptional.</p><p><br /></p><p>FRANCE. PROVINCIAL. Aquitaine. Guillaume X. 1127-1137. AR denier. 1.05 gm. 20 mm. Bordeaux mint. Four central crosslets; +GVILILMO around (&quot;G&quot; is made up of two distinct punches) / Short cross with flared ends; +BVRDEGVLA around. Poey D&#039;Avant 2733. Roberts 4301.<i> Good Very Fine.</i>The Douglas Bayern Collection. <i>William X, the father of Eleanor of Aquitaine, wife of Henry II of England.</i>Davissons Printed Auction 37</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861475[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>4. Henry II was a must have for me as he was the husband of Eleanor of Aquitaine. Eleanor was a formidable, powerful woman and by many accounts the relationship between her and Henry was tumultuous to say the least. Henry had her locked up because she supported a revolt against him led by his own sons. After Henry&#039;s death, Eleanor actually ruled England while Richard was on Crusade.</p><p><br /></p><p>I looked at the short cross pennies for Henry II but I decided to go for a Tealby penny because I find them more interesting. Unfortunately, they were mostly crudely struck. The portrait and devices are quite clear on this coin, but the legends are missing. One must choose what parts they think are most important and be satisfied with an imperfect coin.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861472[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Henry II. 1154-1189. AR Tealby penny. 1.43 gm. 21 mm.</p><p>Facing bust with scepter, curl on right</p><p>Large cross potent with a small cross potent in each angle; WIL….</p><p>S. 1339. N. 956.<i> </i></p><p><i>Very Fine; central parts clear as struck with a rusty die; no legends visible; good metal.</i>The Douglas Bayern Collection. Ex: Davissons Printed Auction 37 Lot 135.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>3. William I is a famous historical figure and coins of his are sought after. At least partially responsible for changing the course of British history, the Norman invasion was also a catalyst for linguistic change. After the invasion some changes crept into the English language. Now for the most part the French aristocracy spoke French and the peasantry spoke a form of English, but within a mere 300 years the English language has changed from Anglo-Saxon to middle English. While middle English still showed its Germanic roots, the French influence was noticeable at the time of Chaucer.</p><p><br /></p><p>I am very interested in the linguistic history of this time period. I am particularly interested in the sound changes evident from the transition between Old and Middle English. This coin was then an obvious choice for me. Now this coin has a significant problem-it has a hole. However, with or without the hole the coin&#039;s historical importance is unchanged. The hole also meant that I was able to buy this coin for about 180.00, a significant discount when compared to the auction prices for a non-holed coin. Though this coin does not fit into the 2 collecting areas I described above, the history this coin represents means it was a must have.</p><p><br /></p><p>By the way, have a look at the attribution. The obverse names William as PILLEM. The reason is the character that looks like a &#039;P&#039; is actually a Wynn and is analogous to our &#039;W&#039;.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861457[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>William I silver penny, PAX Issue,</p><p>Spink 1257,</p><p>obverse reads:- +PILLELM REX [`MR` ligulate],</p><p>reverse reads:- +EDRIC ON LUND</p><p>Ex: Ancient Numismatic Enterprises</p><p>Purchased at the RCNA August 8, 2018 Toronto</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>2. I was looking for coins of the family of Eleanor of Aquitaine when I came across this nice rarity. While these are available they do not appear all that often so I grabbed it when I saw it. Geoffrey was the son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. This coin names Geoffrey as Duke of Brittany. I very happily added this one to my collection.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861442[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>Geoffery Plantagenet</p><p>Duke of Brittany 1181-1186</p><p>Type denier</p><p>Date:n.d.</p><p>Mint name / Town :Nantes</p><p>Metal :silver</p><p>Diameter :19 mm</p><p>Orientation dies :9 h.</p><p>Weight :0,82 g.</p><p>Obv: + GAVFRIDVS</p><p>Floral cross bearing a ring and heart</p><p>Rev: DUX BRITANI</p><p>Fleur de lis cantoned with 4 rings</p><p>Bd.25 (3F), Poey D’avant 271, J 33</p><p>Ex: CGB.fr July 31, 2018</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>1. I was very happy to land this one. It did not come cheap but I really liked the provenance of this coin. I especially liked the fact that it is the reference coin for SCBI 56, a major reference work featuring the collection of the late Professor J.P.Mass. Mass was the author of SCBI 56.</p><p><br /></p><p>The most important reason I bought the coin is that portrait of John. It has lots of character.</p><p>The legends are mostly clear and readable as well and this makes this coin attractive to me.</p><p><br /></p><p>Of course another reason I wanted the coin was that John was the son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. This coin is part of the family collection.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]861441[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>John (1199-1216), Penny, class VIa2, London,</p><p>Walter, walter · on · lvn, 1.40g/4h</p><p>(SCBI Mass 1755, <i>this coin; </i>N 974/2; S 1353).</p><p><i>Good fine, dark-toned </i></p><p>J.D. Brand Collection [from Baldwin October 1960];</p><p>J.P. Mass Collection, Part I, DNW Auction 61, 17 March 2004, lot 355 (part);</p><p>J. Sazama Collection, Part I, DNW Auction 93, 26 September 2011, lot 1140 (part)</p><p>The collection of the late ray Inder</p><p>DNW Auction Coins tokens and Historical Medals September 18-20 2018, lot 192.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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