Yorkshire Coiners, 1767-1783: And Notes On Old And Prehistoric Halifax (1906)

""The Yorkshire Coiners, 1767-1783: And Notes On Old And Prehistoric Halifax"" is a historical book written by Henry Ling Roth and published in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the notorious Yorkshire Coiners, a group of counterfeiters who operated in the West Riding of Yorkshire during the late 18th century. The author delves into the history of the Coiners, their methods of operation, and the impact they had on the local economy and society.In addition to the Coiners, the book also includes notes on the history of Halifax, a town in West Yorkshire. The author explores the prehistoric origins of the town, as well as its development during the medieval and modern periods. The book contains numerous illustrations, maps, and diagrams to help readers better understand the history of the Coiners and Halifax.Overall, ""The Yorkshire Coiners, 1767-1783: And Notes On Old And Prehistoric Halifax"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Yorkshire, or the social and economic impact of counterfeiting in 18th century England.Illustrated By H. R. Oddy, Thomas Binns, C. Praetorius, And Others; And Chapters On The Making Of Halifax, Etc., By John Lister, And On The Blackheath Prehistoric Circle, By J. Lawson Russell.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.