I Found 2 Beautiful Medieval Artefacts on the Thames Mudlarking. Can You Help Me to ID One of Them?

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4 ай бұрын

The Mudlarking Gods were definitely on my side today! And why? Because I found two spectacular artefacts one after the other and this is extremely rare! At least it is for me. I meet up with my good friend and fellow mudlark Kevin from the channel ‪@medwaymammalianmudlark‬ and we head on into central London to do a spot of mudlarking. Watch this video to see what we find and then join me on a fascinating walk in London as we discover more about a certain King.
Special thanks to Jonnie Fielding of ‪@bowlofchalk‬ who takes me on a walk in London where we visit sites related to the doomed King Charles I. This is a video you definitely do not want to miss! You can find Jonnie on social media platforms @bowlofchalk and if you are wanting to arrange a bespoke original walking tour in London then I would highly recommend Jonnie and Bowl of Chalk. You can also find Jonnie's website here :- www.bowlofchalk.net
Thank you too to Kevin Dyer. Kevin, can't wait to get out for another lark soonest! And thank you to you all for watching.
See you soon. Don't forget you need a permit from the Port of London Authority to mudlark on the River Thames. Find details here:-
www.pla.co.uk/Environment/Tham...
See you soon.
Love Nicola xx
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@bowlofchalk 4 ай бұрын

Nicola. Thanks so much for having me. Lovely to chat about Charles I. Also ...just a quick update, I mention about doing 'pay what you want' weekend walks in the video, which I did for about 12 years. We filmed this last year and as of January, I moved to having a fixed price (£15 per person), but you can find the details and current schedule on my website.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Jonnie! I've put your website here too for ease of reference. l'm looking forward to meeting up again soon for another London history walk! www.bowlofchalk.net/

@teeteepalooza 3 ай бұрын

well done! very interesting & informative

@dr_steve 4 ай бұрын

What a fascinating adventure today, Nicola! Congratulations on the two Medieval hammereds, but an even greater thanks for introducing us to Jonnie. He is a fascinating storyteller and wealth of knowledge and I could listen to him go on for hours! Brilliant history lesson! Another excellent video, my friend!

@cdd4248 4 ай бұрын

Hours! I agree!

@nicolawhitemudlark 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Steve xx

@cyndidoss5816 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely loved your tour of London….hope you will do this again!!! Thank you so much for sharing all the treasures you find and their history ❤

@user-bl6vb3vk5q 3 ай бұрын

I would love to do this. I can't walk to far from the count of my heart disease 😊find something good for me greetings from Canada

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Im so glad you enjoyed it! xo @@cyndidoss5816

@cathyjay2569 4 ай бұрын

Usually I comment on your finds, but today it’s about your partner in the mudlark. He is such a delightful young man! I appreciate that you go larking with other, less known but equally adept KZfaq larkers. You are such a kind, helpful person, always willing to be a teacher. Much love❤TN Nana

@trennalogsdon245 4 ай бұрын

THANK YOU Niclola, I absolutely adore learning history. I think that’s why I love your channel so much. ♥️♥️

@rossmacintosh5652 4 ай бұрын

42:43 Appears to be an EDWARD IV (1461-1483). Silver Penny. Great old find! Wiki says: Edward IV was King of England from 4 March, 1461, to 3 October, 1470, then again from 11 April, 1471, until his death in 1483. He was a central figure in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars in England fought between the Yorkist and Lancastrian factions between 1455 and 1487.

@bobsylvester88 4 ай бұрын

Wow that’s crazy that Nicola would find two coins on the same trip that highlight two of the most contentious times in the English monarchy. Fascinating! 👑

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@shelleysmith6342 Ай бұрын

Smashing job Nicola on that hammered coin and great job Kevin on your finds your such a kind person Kevin

@vickinoeske1154 4 ай бұрын

The Charles I coin is an extraordinary find. How you found such a tiny coin is almost unbelievable. Congratulations to you.❤😊

@crystalsobey1996 4 ай бұрын

Many, many thanks for taking me out for not only a very exciting mudlark, but also a very interesting tour!

@dbn52 4 ай бұрын

For everyone watching this informative history lesson the beautiful horse pointed out by the narrator is called Ormonde and he is being ridden by one of the fabulous female guards. Stunning horsewomen she is. This is a fabulous video. Thank You Nicola for this.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Wow thank you! Do you know her?

@dbn52 3 ай бұрын

@@nicolawhitemudlark no . I live near Chicago and watch videos fro HorseGuards. Ur at fault for me falling in love with all thkng London. Thanks again

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

oh! wonderful that you know about the horses!! xx@@dbn52

@ronkoehler9463 4 ай бұрын

What a great history lesson. Thank you both. Extremely enjoyable..

@michelles2299 4 ай бұрын

I have a manager at work who is a bully, so going outside and observing nature helps me a lot

@lordleonusa 4 ай бұрын

Bullying is not acceptable, I suggest you record him, and then get a lawyer to inform him that if he doesn't stop, you will sue him, and have a copy sent to his boss.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Bullies are cowards. Dont let him or her bully you! xx

@ichbin5200 3 ай бұрын

I know how you feel, its hard to deal with it bc they are a manager, here I am in Florida dealing wirh the same thing as you, keep your chin up and keep going. Thank you as well Nicola for such a delightful video.

@debbiefox6846 3 ай бұрын

@@ichbin5200See if creating a hostile work environment is illegal in your state. It is here in California. You should have a Dept. Of Labor in your state. Give them a call & see if it can be stopped. Bosses that are bullies are unacceptable. They use cruelty, yelling, and verbal abuse because they lack the intelligence and maturity to speak in a normal manner to employees.Give calling a try. The call can always start out anonymous until you decide if you can press charges. In many states it's also illegal to fire someone for turning you in. I'd look for a different job while you are in this process. Can you even stand the idea of putting up with that garbage for 10-20 yrs? Life is too short. You can also get an attorney. Some will not want $ up front unless they win in court. There are many things they can sue for. An example is emotional distress, anxiety, loss of sleep, PTSD, depression etc. if you have a doctor you can talk to them and see if they feel it's affecting your health. Promise you can get help.💕

@susannehunter4017 3 ай бұрын

@lordleonusa Doesn't work like that in the UK.The employer is vicariously liable.

@sheenamoore3938 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for taking me along with you.Great finds for you n Kevin.

@pollywaffledoodah3057 4 ай бұрын

I bet the English breathed a huge sigh of relief when Charles II was restored to the throne. Cromwell ruled with a fist of iron - he actually banned Christmas and Easter! So, for eleven dismal years, the poor English were forbidden to celebrate these 2 occasions, as Cromwell disapproved of all the boozing and gluttony that took place. People were also not allowed to sing - unless it was a hymn. Cromwell the Puritan was a real killjoy!

@janetmaloy1292 3 ай бұрын

I loved the tour. Thank you and he both. Bowl of chalk

@terriewheatley-ward729 3 ай бұрын

I'm glad I'm not the only one who talks to the birds

@FindsByPirjo 4 ай бұрын

Cheers to two great mudlarkers! Lovely to see Kevin in action too. Congrats for finding those hammered coins. Thanks for Jonnie for all the information about king Charles I. Three weeks and I will hit the London streets and foreshore! Happy Days!

@sydneymartin952 4 ай бұрын

Good day Nicola what great finds today great job. Thank you for taking us along

@Bindismom 4 ай бұрын

This has been your all time best video! Loved your finds….only you could find those teeny, tiny coins, what a find! The walking tour was absolutely delightful, his humor and knowledge made for a delightful time. Many thank you’s for a lovely visit.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Wel thank you!

@jaydee5022 4 ай бұрын

That looked like a shamrock on the second trader's - a perfect little blessing from St Patrick for today's upload!

@neildudley5446 4 ай бұрын

Wow, Nicola you really hit it out of the park with this video, if you ever went to school in History class you would never have heard as much info as this fellow Jonnie could tell you. Well done Jonnie and you as well Nic, such an enjoyable Sunday afternoon watching you. Digger Dawn might be doing her special dance if she had found those hammered coins, have a great week as well and again, thank you so much for all your feelings for all your fans, bye for now. Neil from Canada.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Neil!

@Londonechoes 3 ай бұрын

Thanks again Nicola for helping me find this Mudlark channel! Really enjoyed this

@wayneruby1686 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely loved the bowl of chalk about the king , fascinating story,congrats on finding 2 hammered coins. I've been watching the channel for a few years now and look forward to my Sunday sit down with you .❤

@kaseytyler6262 4 ай бұрын

Birds, Hammered Coins, a Dinosaur, & King Charles I with Bowl of Chalk. WONDERFUL ❤

@christinec1928 3 ай бұрын

I always enjoy your posts but this walking tour history of Charles I really kicked it up a notch. I've never been to England so it was a real treat.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed it

@annettewalter2273 4 ай бұрын

Very interesting thank you. Great history lesson. Congratulations on your great finds. Jonnie is a marvellous story teller.

@marionbowler5440 4 ай бұрын

The world is a better place with you in it Nicola, smashing ❤🍁

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

And with you in it too! xx

@SnowPink90 4 ай бұрын

Yes, I've read a little bit about Cromwell and I thought he was something to deal with. But I'm glad he didn't stick around for too long. Your finds today were terrific!! I'll continue to be in awe of what you find. When you think of the way, history has it we've been so privileged to live now when we have so much more freedom than people ever had. Even though I love history, love learning of history, I think being born in 1962 was spot on. What I would give to have one day of mud larking down there, just to find something of history!! Thanks Nicola have a great week and will see you next weekend!!🥰🍻🍻

@tonygiraldes7848 4 ай бұрын

Just the greatest 🙂♥️

@KymeGracia 3 ай бұрын

this tour was fantastic!!! Thank you for taking us,

@dmcdaniel2009 3 ай бұрын

I LOVE ALL YOUR BIRD FRIENDS !

@mjrippe 3 ай бұрын

I love your appreciation of the waterfowl!

@artieash6671 3 ай бұрын

Have walked around London a dozen times as a tourist and had no idea how deep and fascinating was the history I wasn't seeing. Thank you and to Jonnie. That was fun.

@Nicole-pg5lk 3 ай бұрын

Loved the tour and all the story's about Charles the first. The dark numbers on the clock, the statues facing eachother and all the other facts are so interesting to learn about. Thank you so much. Happy for you that you found the hammered coins Nicola. Have a good week. The Something made me smile. That's so you. Hope you get more info. Have a great week and till next time. Love, Nicole xx. ❤

@rawilson7768 3 ай бұрын

I found Jonnie’s history tour throughly interesting! Thank you so much for having him on your vlog Nicola. It is amazing how many facts that man has in his brain. Please have him on again. I have mobility issues so would never get to experience a tour in person, so I really appreciate seeing history come alive through Jonnie’s storytelling and history lesson!

@gerardhogan3 3 ай бұрын

Greetings from Australia Nicola. I did a boat trip from Greenwich up to the Tower in 2016 and a great bloke on deck gave a fantast8c talk on the Cockneys and the river and the old way of life for the Cockneys. He was a real Cockney and I wasnt aware they were slowly dissappearing. So when we departed I gave him a pretty decent tip. Fair dinkum he was so grateful he gave me a big hug and said youre a bloody champ. I was really touched as he really meant it. His talks were his sole income. What a great bloke. I sincerely hope he is ok.

@stevebonds4698 3 ай бұрын

This was a great video. Not saying that the others you created were not, but I really enjoyed Johnny's talk about King Charles the 1st. Thank you both.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Steve! So glad you enjoyed it

@debrah7548 4 ай бұрын

Oh my, Nicola, what an outstanding session you gave us this go!

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you

@richardpierce1045 3 ай бұрын

Nicola thank you so much always good seeing what you find.

@NinaHansen2008 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, Nicola.

@nicolawhitemudlark 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Nina xx

@paulabarron2014 3 ай бұрын

That was a fascinating tour. He was so interesting. Thank you for having him.❤

@CathyBarrett-um7le 3 ай бұрын

Great video today. Thanks Nicola, your shows never disappoint.

@howardwest1347 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the informational walk. It was really cool. The coin on the left seems to have ashamrock in the center of it which of course is a symbol of Ireland.😊

@beckysvintageandmore6002 3 ай бұрын

Great coins and tourguide!!

@nancylarson8421 3 ай бұрын

Always interesting things found on the shore. Information that you look up on your finds makes history come alive. 😊👍

@diannamoore1522 3 ай бұрын

Very cool program with lots of great history via Jonnie. Congratulations on the two medievel coins! What a thrill!!!

@sallyh7282 3 ай бұрын

What great finds and two coins in one day! Absolutely amazing. Also thanks for that Charles 1 tour, so many interesting really stories and facts. Loved it all.

@lirazel6414 4 ай бұрын

So nice to see Kevin on your channel - he's one of my favorite people. The finds were lovely!

@kariannecrysler640 3 ай бұрын

Amazing tour THANK YOU

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

so glad you enjoyed it!

@josephchandler990 3 ай бұрын

...watching from Gilmer, Texas USA. Always enjoy watching your KZfaq Channel Productions, always something wonderful coming out of the foreshore! It's so nice of you to share with everyone, great Job Nic! Thanks for all you do, it's great watching you since we don't have anything like that around here, lol. Joe

@carolekinsey7835 3 ай бұрын

How exciting this lark was, finding those tiny stamped coins. Eyes like a hawk and fingers ready to snatch and keep hold of the tiny treasures. 👏 Then we had a lovely tour of London centre too. With lots of information. Thanks for that @bowlofchalk. How barbaric were we in the past. 😬 The Kings guards...looking magnificent as always.

@rachelkoiks 3 ай бұрын

27:17 “Sticky Uppy Bits”!! omg I just got so excited😅 Every year I have a Sam Collins “sticky uppy bits” square on my F1 Bingo card. Tech Talk I had the urge to instinctively grab my Bingo card when I had to remind myself, “Wait, you’re watching Mudlarking not F1.” Hehehe seriously, I got waaay too excited for that.

@granddad-mv5ef 4 ай бұрын

Trying to be brief: The hammered silvers are simply too much! Here in the US, digging an early head KGII is a big accomplishment. Not forgetting your other finds such as the moneybox top. and then--the bowlofchalk tour complete with history; honestly I enjoyed it so much. Thank you, Nicola!

@DougGilliam 3 ай бұрын

I always come away from watching your videos with fascinating "tid bits" about London"s great history. You never know what treasures are hidden beneath the Thames and you do an excellent job bringing them back to life. The story of Charles I is captivating, especially in the context of current events in the US.

@juliewardman7520 4 ай бұрын

I isited Trafalgar Square/horseguards/westminster every weekend of my life as a kid and I learned new things today! Thanks so much. xxx

@heathermcdermid3673 4 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed that historic tour. Thanks so much.

@annmariecornacchia5127 3 ай бұрын

A wonderful find and a wonderful history lesson! Really enjoyed this video!

@user-mf6nd3iy7y 4 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your Jurassic discovery 😁. We will alert the media, this should go viral❤️

@bluetoo8010 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Nicola, that was a couple of marvellous finds and the bowl of chalk walk was so informative. I always learn something watching your videos.

@richardcastle3204 3 ай бұрын

Two hammered coins in one session, eyes-only, is phenomenal. Well done Nicola, I'm so pleased for you!

@barbisabel2114 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Nicola. That tour was absolutely amazing.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! We hope to do more!

@talcadetector4018 4 ай бұрын

Hola amiga, te felicito por tu video, muy interesante hallazgos, ese Sello esta muy interesante, te envío un gran saludo y un gran abrazo desde chile 🙋‍♂️🇨🇱⛏️🗝️💍👍😊🙏👏

@sheilafranklin186 3 ай бұрын

Great video, Nicola! I always learn so much. Its a treat being able to go along with you and your friends on mudlarking adventures. Thank you for all you do to put them together for us.

@reneebryant42 3 ай бұрын

Congratulations & Thank You!!!

@rksnj6797 4 ай бұрын

I'm not surprised you talk about how a day on the foreshore, with the water and other sounds of nature can put you in a good state of mind. I find the sounds of the water and the scratching of your trowel in the mud and sand to be very relaxing indeed! Thank you for introducing us to Kevin and Jonnie!

@vickig2406 3 ай бұрын

That was exceptional! Congrats on you finds and thank you for the walking tour with Johnie. What a wonderful story teller.

@johnandersen8998 3 ай бұрын

Very exceptional episode, and Jonnie really brought history to life inspired by your find. Thanks to you all three.

@tessacoulson6854 3 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed your Mudlark with Kevin & Thanks for the History about Charles I brilliant.

@iansuehooper7542 3 ай бұрын

Those two hammered coins were little beauties, so pleased for you Nicola. And if Ross Macintosh’s comment is correct, that Edward I’ve silver penny caps the day for you. Wonderful to meet Kevin and Jonny, great characters with so much historical knowledge of your wonderful country. Thank you so much for introducing them. Those wildlife pics were magical, always are.

@susancousins8766 3 ай бұрын

Great old finds Nicola very tiny coins. You have a wonderful eye for finding small objects. Amazing tour also have a wonderful week ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💜

@gregbolitho9775 4 ай бұрын

Thanks

@nicolawhitemudlark 4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Greg xx

@caralynhale3757 4 ай бұрын

Fascinating stuff !!! Thank-you Nicola for linking us with Kevin and Jonnie. The historical information inspired by your finds gives wonderful depth and reality to our not-so-distant heritage.

@rosemarybrodin2746 4 ай бұрын

Always enjoy your shows, but this one was fantastic. Can you do more walking round London history walks please?🇦🇺🦘

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. yes, we plan to do more

@johnloughlin5821 4 ай бұрын

Thanks as usual my sunday treat a great show

@goodpeople5676 4 ай бұрын

❤❤ awesome findings with lots of lovely information and mind-blowing history. Really enjoyed London. 😊 With love from SAM Guwahati, Assam, India 🇮🇳 ♥️

@victorcarmelo8606 3 ай бұрын

This why I love your channel, not just searching for finds on the foreshore but lots of history and finds explaining there history too. Thanks for sharing.

@sybilwinfield538 4 ай бұрын

Enjoyed your finds and loved the walking tour. Thank you

@peppiino 4 ай бұрын

Thanks again 💕

@margaretharris5139 4 ай бұрын

What a wonderful video! I always love watching you find the most interesting things. And you really gave us a treat today with Jonnie’s fascinating Charles I tour around London. My family lived in Wiltshire for 2 years back in the late ‘70’s and still to this day, London is my favorite city. We are now retired in Columbia, South Carolina after my husband’s 30 years in the US Army. The Charles I tour made me very nostalgic for my visits to your great city. I may have to come back for a visit soon. Thank you Nicola.

@apostlewoody 4 ай бұрын

This was a very special video. Thank you very much.

@margaretpratt5963 4 ай бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyed the tour, thank you.

@ValerieDee123 3 ай бұрын

Lovely lark with Kevin!

@oldgittarist 4 ай бұрын

Fascinating info Nicola, such a wealth of history right there!

@johnmcgill4076 3 ай бұрын

Nicola. I'm a big fan. I always enjoy watching you find remarkible pieces of history out of the Thames river. Thank you for getting Jonnie to give us a walking tour in London. I've never enjoyed learning about British history so much. He really made all those details so fun. Right now I'm off to find his channel and learn some more. Thanks again for all you do. Keep up the great work.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you

@misty5979 4 ай бұрын

Hi Nicola, more great finds. Love all your finds especially pipes you got me hooked on, lol.

@superbellabeau 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Nicola for taking us along with Kevin to hear all the history of Charles I and Oliver Cromwell. Finding the silver hammered coins was fantastic.

@aq9714 4 ай бұрын

Wow! This is a double header for you! and us! I loved the tour!! Thanks so much for a really fun video.

@gooddogbelle 4 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed the tour professionals talk and shared information!

@bonnerdebbie 4 ай бұрын

Great video Nicola, it was nice to see Kevin, he has been missed. And of course, you found two hammered coins!! Great walk of history with Jonnie! Thanks

@suewilkinson910 3 ай бұрын

What super finds. So tiny. I don’t think I could see them these days! The walk and history lesson were fantastic. Really enjoyed that. I was fortunate quite a few years ago now, to have been to a lovely Christmas party in Whitehall’s Banqueting House. The early reception was in the vaults. But when they led us up for dinner in that splendid hall with that amazing ceiling full of red and gold furniture- mind blowing. I really enjoyed that night. And yes, the window Charles I exited to his scaffold, is marked. The sense of history pressing in was palpable.

@daviddarrall9384 4 ай бұрын

Very enjoyable to see you again. (Sunday afternoon 17th) Thanks for the new video ❤ UK.

@lesleyfuller7471 3 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed this video, thank you Nicola. The Charles 1 walk was brilliant, I’d never noticed the black number on the clock & wouldn’t have understood it, if I had. Thanks again for your continuing videos.

@nicolawhitemudlark 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Lesley! so glad you enjoyed it. I hadn't know about the clock either!

@gloriajoseph7031 4 ай бұрын

Great video Nicola. Also thanks to Jonnie for a great history lesson.

@nancybradford8514 4 ай бұрын

That was amazing, I really enjoyed it❤

@nancyparis9975 4 ай бұрын

As alway, I enjoyed tagging along on your adventures! 🥰

@lilianmcguigan9240 4 ай бұрын

The closest I ever got to mudlarking was rooting about in the dumping ground of an old farm we bought in Glengarry, Ontario Canada. The original owners came from Ireland during the potato famine, and I found many pottery shards, horse teeth and square nails. A wonderful feeling, like finding history in your hands.

@Adaman368 3 ай бұрын

Glengarry in Irish means the Glen or valley of the gardens - an Irish term for an area devoted to agriculture