King John loses Crown Jewels in the Wash
On 14 October 1216, King John, while on a campaign, arrived at the south side of the Wash. As his army crossed the sands, the tide rose unexpectedly and the King's baggage, including the crown jewels, were lost
Picture No
10678083
Media ID
46870919
Size
5902px x 2921px
(3.0MB)
Credit
Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
Will's Cigarette card, The Coronation Series
Date
1216
