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Re-coinage — AQA GCSE History Definition | GradeGen

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GCSE History · key term

Re-coinage

Definition

The issue of new coins to replace existing coinage.

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AQA GCSE History · 8145

Paper 2

Edward began a major re-coinage in 1279. Old coins were withdrawn and melted down, and new coins were issued, including the groat. Replacing damaged coinage aimed to restore confidence in money and make buying and selling easier.
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