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England, Edward I Longshanks, 20 November 1272 – 7 July 1307
Edward I was a tall man for his era, at 6'2" (1.88 m), hence the nickname "Longshanks." He was ruthless in pursuing his aims and crushing those who opposed him. Edward fought in the 9th crusade before he became king. He conquered large parts of Wales and he built a series of castles and towns in the countryside and settled them with English people. He attempted to do the same to Scotland but after Philip IV of France (a Scottish ally) confiscated the Duchy of Gascony, Edward went to war with France. He recovered his duchy but the conflict relieved military pressure against Scotland. When the Edward I died, his son was left with a war with Scotland, financial and political problems.UK91708. Silver penny, SCBC 1408, North 1037/1, F, well centered, old cabinet toning, weak centers, London (Tower) mint, weight 1.360g, maximum diameter 18.6mm, die axis 315o, 1299 - 1301; obverse + EDWR ANGL DNS HYB (Edward [King of] England, Lord of Ireland, N's unbarred "pot-hook" variety), facing bust of King, pellet eyes, drapery of two wedges, star on breast; reverse CIVITAS LONDON (City of London, N's unbarred "pot-hook" variety), long cross with trefoil of pellets in each angle; from the Maxwell Hunt Collection; SOLD
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