1 Dragon - Rhaenyra Targaryen

发行方 The Crownlands
年份 129
类型 Fantasy coin
面值 1 Dragon
货币 Dragon
材质 Brass
重量 21 g
直径 32 mm
厚度
形状 Round
制作工艺
方向 Medal alignment ↑↑
雕刻师 Woody Maringer
流通至
参考资料
正面描述 Portrait of Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen; the crown of her father King Viserys I Targaryen and great grandfather King Jaehaerys I Targaryen adorns her head.
正面文字
正面铭文 QUEEN RHAENYRA TARGARYEN 129 AC
背面描述 A rendition of the House Targaryen sigil: a three-headed dragon.
背面文字
背面铭文 ONE DRAGON
边缘
铸币厂
铸造量 129 - 129 AC - After the Conquest -
Numisquare 编号 2890131790
附加信息

Historical Context: This 1 Dragon piece, issued in 129 AC, marks the outbreak of the Dance of the Dragons. Struck by the Crownlands mints under Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen, it is a powerful declaration of her claim to the Iron Throne, directly challenging Aegon II. Its issuance from the Crownlands signifies an assertive attempt to consolidate her authority over the capital region amidst the nascent civil war, symbolizing her perceived legitimacy as the rightful heir.

Artistry: The design is attributed to Master Armond, a prominent engraver, reflecting the early Targaryen wartime numismatic style. The obverse features a dignified, crowned profile of Queen Rhaenyra I, facing left, encircled by "RHAENYRA I QUEEN." The reverse displays the three-headed dragon sigil of House Targaryen, wings spread, above "ONE DRAGON" and "129." The aesthetic, while conveying regal authority, shows simplification indicative of rapid wartime production.

Technical/Grading: Struck in brass, an unconventional choice for high-value coinage, this 21-gram, 32-millimeter piece reflects wartime metal acquisition. High-points include Rhaenyra's crown and hair on the obverse, and the dragon's heads and scales on the reverse. Strike quality varies; well-struck examples show sharp details. However, due to hurried production and base metal, some instances may exhibit minor planchet imperfections or central weakness.

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