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The Queen's Beasts is a series of commemorative coins issued by the Royal Mint of the United Kingdom. Each coin in the series features one of the ten heraldic beasts that stood guard outside Westminster Abbey during Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953. These heraldic beasts represent the various branches of Queen Elizabeth II's genealogy, symbolizing strength, heritage, and continuity. The Queen's Beasts series began in 2016 with the release of the Lion of England coin. Since then, a new coin has been introduced each year, featuring a different beast. The coins come in various sizes, from one-ounce gold and silver versions to larger sizes, making them appealing to both collectors and investors. The design of each coin is meticulously crafted, capturing the majestic presence of the heraldic beasts in intricate detail. The reverse side of the coins displays the specific beast, while the obverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen's Beasts series has gained popularity not only for its stunning design and craftsmanship but also for the historical significance it holds within the British monarchy. Collectors and enthusiasts alike are drawn to these coins for their beauty, symbolism, and the sense of connection to the royal heritage they convey. https://lnkd.in/efZArj_Y #NumismaticAuctions #RareStamps #ValuableCoins #WorldwideCollectors #Philately #Numismatics #TreasureTrove #ExquisitePieces #PassionateCollector #CuriousEnthusiast #BiddingExcitement #HomeBidding #ConnectWithCollectors #ExceptionalItems #StartANewJourney #BiddingExcitementBegin #OnlineExperience #StampCollection #CoinCollection #BidFromHome #CommunityOfCollectors #AuctionEvent #JoinTheFun #CollectorsUnite #DiscoverRareItems #PhilatelicHeritageCoinsAndStamps #RegisterNow

In the grand tapestry of royal traditions, few events command as much splendor and reverence as the coronation ceremony of a King and Queen Consort. This regal spectacle, steeped in history and tradition, serves as a pivotal moment in the life of a monarchy, marking the formal ascension to the throne and the affirmation of dynastic continuity. From the ceremonial pageantry to the sacred rites, the coronation is a symbolic embodiment of the monarchy's enduring power and legitimacy. https://lnkd.in/dHB5ZMNz

1: On June 20, 2002, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a case called Atkins v. Virginia that imposing the death penalty on defendants with intellectual disabilities is a violation of the cruel and unusual punishment clause of the Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. 2: On June 20, 1992, the South American nation of Paraguay adopted a new constitution that ended the country's long era of military rule that was commenced by Alfredo Stroessner in the 1950s. 3: On June 20, 1837, British monarch, King William IV, died on the throne — and thus began the reign of Queen Victoria. William IV ruled Britain from 1830 to 1837. Victoria's reign lasted from 1837 until her death on January 22, 1901. Queen Victoria’s reign is the second longest in British royal history (Queen Elizabeth II's reign is currently the longest), and it was an era of political, social, and economic dominance across the globe for the United Kingdom. The Victorian era saw an unprecedented rise in the global influence of Britain, though many times at the cost of the livelihoods of millions across the globe. Queen Victoria was the last monarch from the House of Hanover (Hanoverian dynasty) that ruled the United Kingdom from 1714 to 1901. A total of six monarchs ruled the United Kingdom during the Hanoverian dynasty. The Hanoverian dynasty was succeeded by the House of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, which was renamed in 1917 as the House of Windsor, which is the current ruling family in the United Kingdom. 4: On June 20, 1789, the deputies of the Third Estate in France met at a tennis court and took an oath pledging not to separate until a written constitution had been established for France. That meeting is known as the Tennis Court Oath in French history, and the meeting was held at the tennis court because the deputies were locked out of their meeting hall at Versailles Palace on that day. The Tennis Court Oath was one of the many events of the French Revolution, which began in May of 1789 and ended in November of 1799. #history #worldhistory #globalevents #ushistory #europe #britain #unitedkingdom #france #americanhistory #northamerica #southamerica #paraguay

🚨 Personal(ish) Post Alert 🚨 Yesterday was a historic day in my home country #Denmark. The Queen of Denmark Margrethe II stepped down and her son, now King Frederik X stepped up... 👑 👏 This is an unusual move, as the sitting Queen or King normally reign until their death.. But not this Queen. She's always recognized the monarchy's place in a modern society and understood, that it was time to make a change and let the very popular King Frederik X take the reins. In full disclosure. I served in the Danish Army under the Royal Guards branch protecting the Queen and her family and have had the honor of meeting the royal family a few times. So yes - I'm a bit biased here, but I still often wonder how a monarchy fit into a 2024 modern society. But after watching the scenes from Copenhagen yesterday as the King ascended the throne, I think it's clear - it's about unity. We as people - humans, need something to unite around.. something to believe in, to dream about, to feel good and positive about in the midst of all the bad... in Denmark, it's the Royal Family (who BTW have an approval rating of staggering 90%!!) I know. Denmark is a small country (5,5M). A tiny speck on the map. Racial diversity is present, but not institutional. Politicians are respected and government institutions are trusted. Corruption is a non-issue. All of this matters in a modern democracy with a 1000+ year old monarchy, that no longer has political influence. And there's lot's of history tied to the Royal institution. Good but certainly bad as well. It has not gone lost on me. But it's how we move forward we're judged, I believe. Recognize history, what happened and learn from it as we have a chance to do better. The King understands this (so did the Queen BTW). He calls it "togetherness" and it comes with a slice of humble-pie. It's not a weakness, but a strength. Showing emotions in public (he was very emotional during his speech on the balcony in front of thousands of people) makes it okay and makes you human. Empathy is a good thing (and needed!) to be a leader that unifies people. Without it, it becomes the opposite. Yes. I understand this is a very untraditional post from me, but I felt compelled to share, as I today write this and celebrate MLK Day here in the US. We need more unity and "togetherness" in the world. Peacefully and regardless of which shape and form it comes. #KingFrederik10 #MLKday #Togetherness https://lnkd.in/e8B4ET6R

In my latest Substack, I talk about receiving a letter from Queen Camilla.

1: Famous Swiss-born French philosopher, Jean Jacques Rousseau, was born on June 28, 1712, in Geneva, Switzerland. He died on July 2, 1778, in France. He was one of the foremost figures of the Enlightenment Era, and some of his writings include: "A Discourse Upon the Origin and Foundation of the Inequality Among Mankind," "Letters Written from the Mountain, "The Cunning-Man," and “The Social Contract." 2: On June 28, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles was signed in Versailles, France, to formally end World War I. Many of the terms of that treaty, however, became the factors that led to World War II (or were used as scapegoats by the aggressors of World War II). 3: On June 28, 1894, the U.S. Congress declared the first Monday of September as Labour Day in honour of American workers. 4: On June 28, 1838, Victoria was crowned as Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. She initially became Queen on June 20, 1837, upon the death of King William IV. Queen Victoria ruled the United Kingdom from 1837 until her death on January 22, 1901. She was the last monarch of the House of Hanover, which ruled Britain from 1714 to 1901. The Victorian Age in history is named after her. 5: On June 28, 1867, Italian playwright, novelist, and writer, Luigi Pirandello, was born. He received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1934. #history #worldhistory #globalevents #ushistory #northamerica #africa #europe #asia #centralamerica #southamerica #wwi

Another post on coins, and the different approaches to monarchs’ effigies – even when two countries share the same monarch! The convention for UK circulating coins is that the monarch’s effigy can appear on coins up to the end of the calendar year of the monarch’s demise. So for Queen Elizabeth II, no circulating coins bearing her effigy as head of state could be minted and issued from 2023 onwards. The convention for Canadian coins is different (or at least this is what I understood when in Ottawa - Royal Canadian Mint colleagues do correct me if I am wrong!). In Canada coins showing the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II continued to be minted into 2023. Another key difference to UK coins is that the Canadian 2023 coins included dates of her reign (1952-2022) added under the effigy – see example of the 1 Canadian Dollar coin in the photo. You will also see a small symbol between the dates, made up of four dots, on the obverse of the coin. This denotes that this portrait of Queen Elizabeth II is the fourth effigy used during her reign. #coinage #history #tradition #money The Royal Mint Museum The Royal Mint

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