Nicholas Briot

c. 1579 - 1646

Nicholas Briot was an English coin engraver, medallist and mechanical engineer. Born in France, he emigrated to England and became chief engraver to the Royal Mint in 1633 and is credited with the invention of the coining-press.

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Piéfort de demi-franc, 1618

Essai du franc de Louis XIII, 1618

Charles I, 1600 - 1649. Reigned 1625 - 1649 (Commemorates the King's return to London from Edinburgh)

Dominion of the Sea Medal from London

Charles I, 1600-1649, King of England 1625 [obverse]

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