Record ID: SOM-19F02B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval silver double patard of Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy (1419-67) and Brabant (1466-67), minted for Flanders. In 1469, following an agreement made between Edward IV and Charles the Bold, these coins were made legal tender in England and remained so for over 60 years afterwards; they crop up in hoards (in steadily declining numbers) until well into Henry VIII's reign. The Burgundian rulers were seen as friends of the English and this is the main reason that this type of foreign coin was allowed to circulate here. The metal is not quite sterling value, so although they w…
Created on: Tuesday 6th November 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 11th December 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dinnington', grid reference and parish protected.