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Mace Collection (#12)

"Mace: A Symbol of Strength, History, and Independence" From the battlefields to the boxing ring, it has left its mark throughout history

Background imageMace Collection: ASSYRIAN DEVIL. Assyrian lion-headed devil of pestilence and evil, after a wall carving at Nineveh

ASSYRIAN DEVIL. Assyrian lion-headed devil of pestilence and evil, after a wall carving at Nineveh

Background imageMace Collection: Dignitaries at the Lord Mayors Show, London

Dignitaries at the Lord Mayors Show, London
A group of dignitaries in their regalia outside the Law Courts during the Lord Mayors Show procession through the City of London. They include the outgoing Lord Mayor and his successor. circa 1911

Background imageMace Collection: Lyon, France - Town Hall on Place Jean-Mace

Lyon, France - Town Hall on Place Jean-Mace Date: 1919

Background imageMace Collection: South Africa - Zulu Tribesmen ready to attack

South Africa - Zulu Tribesmen ready to attack Date: 1900

Background imageMace Collection: York Mansion House

York Mansion House
Some of the treasures of York Mansion House : Some swords and a mace. Date: 1950s

Background imageMace Collection: The Scottish regalia for coronations of Scottish Monarchs

The Scottish regalia for coronations of Scottish Monarchs
The Scottish regalia used at the coronations of Scottish Monarchs, and objects associated with the symbols of Sovereignty

Background imageMace Collection: Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) seeds with Mace (outer aril) attached, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) seeds with Mace (outer aril) attached, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago

Background imageMace Collection: Nutmeg fruits

Nutmeg fruits. The first fruit has split open, revealing its seed. The aril (red) surrounding the seed is removed and dried to make mace, while the seed is dried and then ground or grated before use

Background imageMace Collection: Nutmeg fruit

Nutmeg fruit split open, revealing its seed. The aril (red) surrounding the seed is removed and dried to make mace, while the seed is dried and then ground or grated before use

Background imageMace Collection: 10 DOLLARS OR 10 DAYS, 1924. Film still

10 DOLLARS OR 10 DAYS, 1924. Film still

Background imageMace Collection: Dedication to the Royal British Legions new standard

Dedication to the Royal British Legions new standard
Standard bearers waiting to board a Southdowns bus, 19 June 1962 Chichester Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS 1277/3

Background imageMace Collection: Beach scene - Island of Ai - view toward Api - Spice Islands Indonesia

Beach scene - Island of Ai - view toward Api - Spice Islands Indonesia
BMD-292 Beach scene - Island of Ai - view toward Api Spice Islands Indonesia Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMace Collection: Drum Major of the Grenadier Guards

Drum Major of the Grenadier Guards
A Drum Major of the Grenadier Guards in Full Ceremonial Dress

Background imageMace Collection: Emmanuel Vauchez / Gill

Emmanuel Vauchez / Gill
Emmanuel Vauchez (born 1836) French teacher author, journalist and close collaborator of Jean Mac

Background imageMace Collection: Jean Mac / Gill

Jean Mac / Gill
Jean Mac (1815-1894) Republican journalist and teacher, lecturer and tireless defender of public education for all. In 1866, he founded the League of French education

Background imageMace Collection: Lord Chief Justice approaching Westminster Abbey

Lord Chief Justice approaching Westminster Abbey
The Lord Chief Justice approaches Westminster Abbey as part of the judges procession from the Royal Courts of Justice, for the annual religious service to mark the beginning of the legal year

Background imageMace Collection: Judges procession to Westminster Abbey

Judges procession to Westminster Abbey
Part of the judges procession from the Royal Courts of Justice to Westminster Abbey, for the annual religious service to mark the beginning of the legal year. The custom dates back to the Middle Ages

Background imageMace Collection: Mr Mace

Mr Mace
The photograph shows Mr Mace, Associate Curator of the Metrpolitan Museum of Art, treating one of the objects found in the tomb of Tutankhamun

Background imageMace Collection: Lord Palmerston addressing the House of Commons, 1864

Lord Palmerston addressing the House of Commons, 1864
Engraving showing Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston (1784-1865), delivering the ministerial statement on Dano-German relations to the House of Commons, June 1864

Background imageMace Collection: State Mace of Charles II

State Mace of Charles II
CROWN JEWELS OF ENGLAND The Royal State Mace of Charles II

Background imageMace Collection: Saladin & Leopard Knight

Saladin & Leopard Knight
SALAH AD-DIN YUSUF IBN AYYUB Saladin on horseback (l) accompanied by Sir Kenneth, Earl of Huntingdon, Prince Royal of Scotland; incognito as the Knight of the Leopard

Background imageMace Collection: Szalbolcs - King Hungary

Szalbolcs - King Hungary
SZALBOLCS Nephew of Arpad - the second Great Leader of the Magyars

Background imageMace Collection: Mace Bearer C14

Mace Bearer C14
A mace-bearer of the Paris Parlement - the costume of an official functionary, wearing fashionably pointed shoes

Background imageMace Collection: Nutmeg & Mace - on tree

Nutmeg & Mace - on tree
APP-4213 Nutmeg & Mace - on tree Myristica fragrans Allen Paterson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMace Collection: Disraeli / Speech / 1853

Disraeli / Speech / 1853
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Earl of Beaconsfield, giving a speech in the House of Commons in 1853: " I am myself a gentleman of the Press"

Background imageMace Collection: Rosslyn / Wedderburn

Rosslyn / Wedderburn
Alexander Wedderburn 1st Baron Loughborough 1st Earl of Rosslyn Lord Chancellor

Background imageMace Collection: Military / Dress / Medieval

Military / Dress / Medieval
A CHIEF OF THE FRANKS in medieval France

Background imageMace Collection: Lord Charles J F Russell

Lord Charles J F Russell
LORD CHARLES JAMES FOX RUSSELL MP for Bedfordshire and Sergeant at Arms in the House of Commons

Background imageMace Collection: Parliament Dissolved

Parliament Dissolved
Cromwell dissolves the Rump Parliament, instructing one of his soldiers to remove the mace, Parliaments symbol of authority, with the words take away that bauble




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"Mace: A Symbol of Strength, History, and Independence" From the battlefields to the boxing ring, it has left its mark throughout history. The Staffordshire Regiment proudly carried their maces as a symbol of honor and bravery. Jem Mace, a renowned boxer in his time, fought with determination and skill just like the warriors who wielded maces on ancient battlefields. His fists were his weapons, delivering powerful blows that echoed through the annals of sports history. Speaking of battles, let's not forget the Battle of Bannockburn where Robert the Bruce secured Scotland's independence from England. In this 19th-century wood engraving capturing that historic moment, we can almost feel the weight of those mighty maces clashing against armor. But mace isn't limited to warfare; it finds its place in art too. "The Blackbird Song, " an oil painting from 1908 depicts a serene scene where nature harmonizes with human existence - perhaps reminding us that even amidst chaos and conflict, beauty can still be found. As Vikings stormed British shores centuries ago, they brought along their fearsome weaponry including deadly maces. These formidable tools struck fear into their enemies' hearts as they sought conquest across new lands. Beyond warfare lies another fascinating aspect – culinary delights. Green and red seeds of nutmeg and mace add flavor to dishes worldwide. These precious spices have been cherished for centuries for their aromatic qualities which enhance our taste buds' experience. Back to Jem Mace once again - this time not as a boxer but as a handframe knitter at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt. This image showcases how skills passed down through generations create intricate patterns reminiscent of historical tapestries or regal garments adorned by kings during grand events like Parliament openings in 1886. And speaking about grandeur brings us to swords, daggers, and yes – even more majestic-looking maces. These weapons, often seen alongside regalia like St.