Brownworth uses the coronation of John VI in 1347 as a snapshot of imperial decline — the crown jewels used in the ceremony were obviously made of glass since the real ones were in pawn to Venice, and the banquet was served on humble pewter and clay.
Also known as: John VI Kantakouzenos
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Episode 16 (1 mention)
Brownworth uses the coronation of John VI in 1347 as a snapshot of imperial decline — the crown jewels used in the ceremony were obviously made of glass since the real ones were in pawn to Venice, and the banquet was served on humble pewter and clay.
“By the time of the coronation of John VI in 1347, anyone could see just how far imperial”
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