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Maundy money

British

noun

specially minted coins distributed by the British sovereign on Maundy Thursday

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Instead, Camilla presented purses filled with special coins, known as Maundy money, to 75 women and 75 men, a number dictated by the king’s age.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 28, 2024

The first recorded distribution of Maundy money took place at Knaresborough in North Yorkshire by King John in 1210.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2023

During the service, which starts at 11:00 BST, the Queen will distribute specially minted Maundy money to the men and women, all from the Sheffield area.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2015

A total of 6,710 people have received Maundy money, coins minted especially for the occasion, in recognition of their service.

From Time • May 29, 2012

Maundy money is still distributed at Magdalen College, Oxford.

From Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 by Power, Eileen

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