Philippe VI
First King of the Valois Dynasty Philippe VI (reigned 1328–1350) was the first king of the Valois dynasty, which ruled France until 1589.He came to the throne after the death of Charles IV, the last Capetian king in the direct … Continued
Bactria Coins
Influential Ancient Region Bactria was an ancient region located in Central Asia.It was a culturally rich and strategically significant area, often considered a crossroads of civilizations due to its position along the Silk Road.Initially inhabited by Indo-Iranian tribes, Bactria became … Continued
Ancient Coinage of Bruttium
Calabria Bruttium, now known as Calabria, was part of Magna Graecia, a collection of Greek colonies in southern Italy.Under Greek influence (5th-4th century BC), they minted their coins, imitating Greek designs, featuring gods, animals, and mythological themes. However the Bruttians … Continued
Sabina, wife of Hadrian
Roman Empress Sabina, wife of Roman Emperor Hadrian, was a prominent figure in the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD.Vibia Sabina was born in 83 AD and married Hadrian around 100 AD, likely as a political arrangement. Despite the … Continued
Edward III
Influential English Monarch Edward III was a popular king of England, ruling from 1327 to 1377. He was one of the most influential English monarchs of the medieval period.Edward was born in 1312, as the son of King Edward II … Continued
Seleucus I Nicator
Founder of the Seleucid Empire Seleucus I Nicator, one of Alexander the Great’s most prominent generals, founded the Seleucid Empire in 312 BC. It was one of the largest successor states to Alexander’s empire. His nickname, “Nicator”, meaning “the Conqueror … Continued
Coins from Straits Settlements
British Territories The Straits Settlements, established in 1826, comprised a group of British territories located in Southeast Asia.These territories included Penang, Malacca, and Singapore. Originally, the Straits Settlements were administered by the British East India Company, reflecting Britain’s strategic interests … Continued
Bactrian Kingdom
Rich history of cultural and political changes Bactria, an ancient region in Central Asia, was renowned for its coinage, which reflects a rich history of cultural and political changes. Bactria’s coinage provides valuable insights into its economy, artistic influences, and … Continued
Coins from Lucania
Promoting Local Identity Lucanian coins were minted in the ancient region of Lucania, which is located in what is now southern Italy.Lucania was inhabited by various Italic tribes and later came under Greek influence. The coinage of Lucania reflects its … Continued