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 first published in 1906. The book focuses on the notorious group of coiners who operated in the Yorkshire region of England during the late 18th century. The coiners were known for their illegal activities of producing counterfeit coins and passing them off as genuine currency. Roth provides a detailed account of the coiners' operations, their methods, and the legal proceedings taken against them.In addition to the main topic of the Yorkshire Coiners, the book also includes notes on the history of Halifax, a town in West Yorkshire, England. Roth delves into the prehistoric origins of the town and its development over time, including its role in the wool trade and the Civil War.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 and the criminal activities of the coiners during the 18th century.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.