The Mint and the Coinage: Medieval England's Money Revolution

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the world of medieval English coinage — how the royal mint worked, who controlled it, and why everyone from kings to peasants cared so much about the purity of silver. They delve into the early history of the penny, the role of moneyers, the trauma of the Great Recoinage under Henry II, and the scandalous 'Cross-and-Crosslets' coinage of Stephen's reign. Key figures include Henry II, Stephen, and the moneyers of London. The conversation touches on the Exchequer's oversight, clipping and counterfeiting, and the everyday economy of the 12th century. A fascinating look at how money shaped power and daily life. #History #MedievalEngland #Coinage #HenryII #GreatRecoinage #StephenOfEngland #Moneyers #LondonMint #SilverPenny #Exchequer #FexingoHistory #TheMint #MedievalEconomy #Clipping #Counterfeiting #CrossAndCrosslets #TealbyPenny #EnglishHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo