660635 Tomb effigy of Edward III (gilt bronze) by English School, (14th century); Westminster Abbey, London, UK; (add.info.: Edward III (13 November 1312 ??21 June 1377) was King of England from 1327 until his death and is noted for his military success. Restoring royal authority after the disastrous reign of his father, Edward II, Edward III went on to transform the Kingdom of England into one of the most formidable military powers in Europe. possibly by John Orchard, and the inscription can be translated: ???ere is the glory of the English, the paragon of past kings, the model of future kings, a merciful king, the peace of the peoples, Edward the third fulfilling the jubilee of his reign, the unconquered leopard, powerful in war like a Maccabee. While he lived prosperously, his realm lived again in honesty. He ruled mighty in arms; now in Heaven let him be a king?? ); Ancient Art and Architecture Collection Ltd.; English, out of copyright.