England's Striking History

England's Striking History - a brief history of England and its silver hammered coinage.

Softback, 150 pages, Illustrated B&W, 15cm x 21cm.

Contents:

Learn how to identify the denominations, kings and mintmarks of those fascinating little historical documents most likely to have stood the test of time - the coins! 
It's not just about the coins, though. In a lighthearted and easy-to-read manner, this little book details the turbulent period of history between the late Anglo-Saxon era and the English Civil War (circa 959 - 1663). Each monarch has a little biography, including details of the major battles and other events that gave England its various Royal dynasties and helped shape the country.