Tungate, Sue
Matthew Boulton and the Soho Mint: Copper to Customer
- ISBN 13:
- 9781858587233
- author:
- Tungate, Sue
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Brewin Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 228
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 17 centimeters (0.56 kg)
- Genre:
- History, Social History, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Matthew Boulton and the Soho Mint Copper to Customer By Sue Tungate Brewin Books, 2020 This book tells the story of Matthew Boulton's innovative approach to minting coins at the Soho Mint. From mining copper to delivering products to customers, Boulton's expertise played a crucial role in solving Britain's small change shortage towards the end of the 18th century. The book explores his involvement in the copper industry, steel making for dies, and the technology of his steam-powered mint. The design, production, marketing, and distribution of the finished product are also covered in detail. Illustrated with over 200 colour images, including an extensive section on coins, tokens, and medals produced at the Soho Mint, this book provides a comprehensive look at Boulton's achievements.