Money Collection (#13)

Mark Hanna about to carve a large turkey labelled Presidency, 1896
1576781 Mark Hanna about to carve a large turkey labelled Presidency, 1896; (add.info.: Thanksgiving Mark Hanna about to carve a large turkey labelled "Presidency" resting on a gold platter)

Bank note store in the vaults of the Bank of England c1870. Man is holding candle lantern. Engraving
536644 Bank note store in the vaults of the Bank of England c1870. Man is holding candle lantern. Engraving.; (add.info.: Bank note store in the vaults of the Bank of England c1870)

Minting coin. From The Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland by Raphael Holinshead (1577)
527674 Minting coin. From The Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland by Raphael Holinshead (1577).; Universal History Archive/UIG

8621862

Life of a City clerk, luncheon bar and afterwards at a coffee house (engraving)
8631643 Life of a City clerk, luncheon bar and afterwards at a coffee house (engraving) by Eckhardt, Oscar (1872-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life of a City clerk)

8621881

8621880

Coins of Elizabeth I, 1846 (colour litho)
8621876 Coins of Elizabeth I, 1846 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coins of Elizabeth)

8621875

8621867

8623003

8623001

8622999

8622990

8622986

8622985

8622976

8623794

Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
8634445 Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho) by Goldsmith, Wallace (1873-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Foolish Finance compiled by Gideon Wurdz)

Bidding for a portrait of himself at the auction (engraving)
8634795 Bidding for a portrait of himself at the auction (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bidding for a portrait of himself at the auction)

Portrait of Gideon Wurdz, author of Foolish Finance (litho)
8634453 Portrait of Gideon Wurdz, author of Foolish Finance (litho) by Goldsmith, Wallace (1873-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gideon Wurdz)

Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
8634450 Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho) by Goldsmith, Wallace (1873-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Foolish Finance compiled by Gideon Wurdz)

Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
8634447 Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho) by Goldsmith, Wallace (1873-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Foolish Finance compiled by Gideon Wurdz)

Phil May sketch (colour litho)
8635952 Phil May sketch (colour litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the set of Phil May Sketches, issued by Fry's Chocolates in c.1905.); © Look and Learn

Thursday for losses (chromolitho)
8677359 Thursday for losses (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thursday for losses)

"Reel" Money (litho)
8663497 "Reel" Money (litho) by Poy (Percy Hutton Fearon) (1874-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Reel" Money)

Second Period of Greek Sculpture, About 470-400 BC (engraving)
8644781 Second Period of Greek Sculpture, About 470-400 BC (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Second Period of Greek Sculpture, About 470-400 BC)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Anne (b/w photo)
8662296 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Anne (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne. 1. Anne, Cities captured by Marlborough, 1703. 2)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Anne (b/w photo)
8662295 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Anne (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne. 1-2. Anne, Accession, 8 March 1702. 3)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662283 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo)
8662347 Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George II. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662275 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo)
8662344 Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George II. 1. Jacobite Badge. 2)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662270 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo)
8662331 Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George II. 1. The Christian Hero Prize Medal, 1737)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662259 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1-2)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: George I (b/w photo)
8662323 Medallic Illustrations of British History: George I (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George I. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662249 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1-2)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Charles II (b/w photo)
8662242 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Charles II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles II. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Charles II (b/w photo)
8662222 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Charles II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles II. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Commonwealth (b/w photo)
8662213 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Commonwealth (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commonwealth. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Anne (b/w photo)
8662310 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Anne (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: Elizabeth (b/w photo)
8662190 Medallic Illustrations of British History: Elizabeth (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William III (b/w photo)
8662291 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William III (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William III. 1-2)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo)
8662348 Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George II. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662278 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo)
8662345 Medallic Illustrations of British History: George II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George II. 1)

Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo)
8662274 Medallic Illustrations of British History: William and Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William and Mary. 1)

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"Money: A Timeless Tale of Wealth, Power, and Struggles" In the whimsical world of Lear's Owl & Pussycat, amidst a backdrop of C19 challenges, money takes center stage. Just like the elusive five-pound note that slipped through their fingers, it holds both promise and uncertainty. Throughout history, it has been a subject of fascination and satire. Take Gillray's political masterpiece "Political Ravishment, " where the Old Lady of Threadneedle Street finds herself in danger during turbulent times in 1797. Such art captures society's complex relationship with wealth. Tsai Shen Yeh, the Chinese God of wealth, reminds us that money is not just about material possessions but also spiritual abundance. It symbolizes prosperity beyond mere coins or stocks on London Stock Exchange pitches. Even ancient artifacts hold tales of monetary significance; consider Pontius Pilate's bronze coins from 30-31 AD. They remind us how currency has shaped civilizations throughout time. From coal strikes demanding fair wages to Netherlandish Proverbs illustrating societal values tied to wealth distribution—money becomes entwined with social justice struggles across centuries. Yet amidst these complexities lies joyous moments too. Hendrick Avercamp's painting depicts people enjoying ice near a town—a reminder that they are enable leisure and happiness when shared equitably among communities. The Jubilee Singers' group photo showcases how funds raised through talent can uplift marginalized voices at Fisk University in the USA—a testament to using financial resources for positive change. Religious parables such as The Parable Of The Talents teach valuable lessons about utilizing one's financial resources wisely while H. M Bateman humorously portrays an Income Tax Official facing consequences even after death—an eternal reminder that taxes are inevitable. In this ever-evolving world where economies fluctuate like tides, money remains an intricate part of our lives. It reflects our desires for security and success while also highlighting the need for balance and fairness.