1282 Collection

Burma / Pagan / Marco Polo
The City of Mien, with the Gold and Silver Towers, visited by Marco Polo in 1282, now known as Pagan or Bagan, in Myanmar, Burma

Louis IV, the Bavarian, Holy Roman Emperor, 1282-1347
Louis IV, the Bavarian, Holy Roman Emperor, Ludwig der Bayer, 1282-1347. From a stone effigy in Mainz Museum. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes

Scenes from an illuminated manuscript of Les Voeux du Paon
Knights in battle watched by ladies in a castle, and a lady bringing a roasted peacock to a banquet table, and a helm, 14th century

Model of John Blenkinsops rack-rail engine. Being a steam locomotive propelled by a toothed wheel engaging in a rack on one of the rails

1282, Time of Welsh Insurrection (chromolitho)
958397 1282, Time of Welsh Insurrection (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1282, Time of Welsh Insurrection)

Trial of the pix
The Trial of the Pyx has been in existence since 1282 and is responsible for ensuring the quality and accuracy of the UKs coinage. Date: 19th century

Book of Games, 1282, by Alfonso X of Castile (1221-1284)
Alfonso X of Castile (1221-1284). King of Castile and Leon. Book of Games. Seville, 1282. Library of the Monastery of El Escorial. Spain

Pawnbroker Sign / 1940S
Symbol of the pawn shop, the Three Golden Balls was adapted from the arms of the Medici financiers who came to this country from Italy in 1282 to lend money to English Kings

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In the year 1282, a series of events unfolded that left an indelible mark on history. From the ancient land of Burma, where the majestic city of Pagan stood as a testament to human ingenuity and architectural brilliance, to the intrepid travels of Marco Polo who traversed distant lands in search of knowledge and adventure. Meanwhile, in Wales, Llywelyn ap Gruffudd fought valiantly against English rule, his name echoing through the valleys as a symbol of resistance. Across Europe, Louis IV, known as Louis the Bavarian, ascended to power as Holy Roman Emperor - a ruler whose reign would shape nations for centuries to come. Amidst these tumultuous times came tales both grand and obscure. The Sicilian Vespers engraving depicted an uprising that forever changed the course of Sicily's destiny. Scenes from illuminated manuscripts like Les Voeux du Paon transported readers into realms filled with chivalry and romance. Technological advancements also made their mark during this era. John Blenkinsop's rack-rail engine model showcased innovation in transportation while Alfonso X's Book of Games offered insights into leisure activities enjoyed by medieval society. Yet amidst all these stories lies one lesser-known event: The Trial of the Pix. A peculiar moment when folklore mingled with reality as people sought answers from mythical creatures believed to possess magical powers. As time marched forward in 1282, Marguerite De France emerged as a prominent figure - her influence extending beyond borders through diplomacy and alliances forged through marriage. Through comic English histories illustrated by Richard Doyle or historical chronicles penned by scholars long gone; we can catch glimpses into this captivating period where cultures collided and empires rose and fell. In every corner of the world during this remarkable year lay untold stories waiting to be discovered – each contributing its own unique thread to humanity's rich tapestry.