The Royal Mint: How England's Coins Were Made and Counterfeited

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the world of medieval English coinage, from the reign of Henry II to the thirteenth century. They discuss the role of the moneyer, the technology of hand-struck coins, the Exchequer's control over the currency, and the brutal punishments for counterfeiting. Along the way, they touch on the Trial of the Pyx, the sterling standard, and the royal mint at London. The conversation also covers the practicalities of everyday transactions and the surprising extent of coin forgery in medieval England. A light-hearted aside about listener support keeps the mood warm as they delve into a topic that shaped the economy and the crown's authority. #RoyalMint #MedievalCoinage #Sterling #HenryII #Exchequer #Moneyer #TheTrialOfThePyx #Counterfeiting #HistoryOfMoney #MedievalEngland #Numismatics #LondonTower #Mint #CoinClipping #12thCentury #13thCentury #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo