1-153-336 - Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images

Coiners at work: Interior of a mint showing coins being stamped out and weighed to see they contain correct amount of metal, 1577. Debasement of coinage by clipping was a problem until the introduction of coins with milled (patterned) edges in late 17th / early 18th century. From Ralph Holinshead Chronicles of England, Scotlande and Irelande, 1577.