Two Song coins. Can be used as pendants.
Size: 3.5cm. 3.6cm. respectively.
Assortment of Han coins. Sizes: Diameter; Largest 3cm. Smallest. 2.3cm.
A very fine large Song bronze coin with four characters. Can be used as a pendant. Size: Diameter: 4.2cm. Condition: A very fine piece.
A shoe shaped silver ingot with the Phoenix symbol representing silver. The Dragon representing gold. Weight is 250 grams. The underside is stamped with the Emperor Guangxu. Size: L. 5cm. H. 3.3cm. Condition: Normal wear.
Since the time of Edward I, who reigned from 1272 to 1307, English monarchs have observed Maundy (or Maunday) Thursday - the day before Good Friday - by distributing specially struck fine silver coins (Maundy Money) and other gifts to the "Deserving Poor" in a major cathedral service. The term "Maundy" derives, like "mandatory," from the Latin "mandatum" - meaning command. It refers to the commandment, "Love one another," expressed by Jesus at the Last Supper when he washed disciples' feet...
Since the time of Edward I, who reigned from 1272 to 1307, English monarchs have observed Maundy (or Maunday) Thursday - the day before Good Friday - by distributing specially struck fine silver coins (Maundy Money) and other gifts to the "Deserving Poor" in a major cathedral service. The term "Maundy" derives, like "mandatory," from the Latin "mandatum" - meaning command. It refers to the commandment, "Love one another," expressed by Jesus at the Last Supper when he washed disciples' feet...