Isaac Newton, Warden and Master of the Royal Mint 1696-1727

As its Master, Isaac Newton took an active interest in the affairs of the Royal Mint.

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Sir Isaac Newton

our statures touch the skies: Isaac Newton (1643 – 1727)

Isaac Newton (1642-1727) 1696 appointed Warden of the British Royal Mint. Wrote On the Minting of Coin. Fought counterfeitin…

Sir Isaac Newton

TIL in his later years, Sir Isaac Newton was appointed to a largely symbolic (but paid) position at the Royal Mint. He took the job seriously and successfully prosecuted many counterfeiters for

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Isaac Newton, Warden and Master of the Royal Mint 1696-1727

Sir Isaac Newton