| Autor: |
Backerra, Charlotte, Sarti, Cathleen |
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Werkstatt Geschichte (Transcript Verlag); Sep2023, Issue 88, p15-28, 14p |
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Dynasties ruled over most territories in premodern Europe, often over more than one territory in personal unions (composite monarchies). Their members usually married outside of their own dynasty. Before and after these weddings, actors attached to different political and economic dominions discussed money. This was necessary since marriages not only established and strengthened dynastic networks, but also instituted dowries, counter-money, and dowers. Based on selected late medieval and early modern marriage treaties (c.1450–1650), this article analyses financial settlements as well as communication about these aspects in marriage negotiations. All case studies selected are taken from dynasties based in or connected to the Holy Roman Empire. With these examples, the article shows the importance of money and finances in premodern marriage negotiations and treaties. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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