Currency

The Sovereign

The Sovereign is the highest denomination coin used across the realm — a symbol of wealth, trust, and formal trade. Minted in the capital under royal authority, each Sovereign is struck from refined gold and bears the crest of the realm on one side and a floral emblem on the other, often a rose, laurel, or sunburst depending on the era.

Weight: Heavier than common coinage, with a distinct rim to prevent shaving.

Use: Reserved for large transactions — land, horses, contracts, and high-end goods.

Recognition: Accepted in every major city and castle, often stored in vaults or lockboxes rather than carried openly.

Symbolism: To receive a Sovereign is to be trusted. To spend one is to make a statement.

Though rare in daily use, the Sovereign remains the standard by which all other coins are measured — the mark of serious trade and lasting value

The Shilling

The Shilling is the most widely used silver coin across the realm — practical, reliable, and trusted in daily trade. Minted in regional cities under royal charter, each Shilling bears a simple crest or emblem denoting its origin, often a tower, tree, or sunburst. The reverse side typically features a stylized wreath or knotwork pattern.

Material: Pure silver alloy, durable enough for circulation but soft enough to show wear over time.

Use: Common for everyday purchases — food, tools, lodging, and wages.

Value: Ten Shillings equal one Sovereign, making it the backbone of most transactions.

Recognition: Accepted in every market, tavern, and roadside stall.

Tradition: Many merchants keep a “first Shilling” from their opening day as a sign of good fortune.

Though not as rare or ceremonial as the Sovereign, the Shilling is the coin most people see, spend, and save — the quiet engine of the realm’s economy.

The Penny

The Penny is the most common coin in circulation — a simple copper piece used for everyday trade across towns, villages, and roadside stalls. It’s small, sturdy, and often worn smooth from years of use. Most bear a local emblem on one side — a wheat stalk, hammer, or lantern — and a basic stamp of weight or mint on the other.

Material: Cast from copper or copper alloy, with a dull reddish-brown finish.

Use: Ideal for small purchases — bread, candles, nails, and tavern meals.

Value: Ten Pennies make one Shilling.

Tradition: Children often receive their first Penny as a token of good luck or a reward for chores.

Though humble, the Penny is the coin most people handle daily — the quiet heartbeat of the realm’s economy.