Extraordinary Stories of Britain
A History of Money - Coin Clippers, Con-Men and King Coppernose
Published: 20 December 2025 at 22:52 Europe/London
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The extraordinary history Britain’s money. Where kings mutilate moneyers, coins spark riots and fortunes are made, debased, clipped and forged. This podcast shows how money isn’t just metal — it’s about power, violence, trust, and the magic of the philosopher’s stone
