GBC
Monetary

Angel

Modern equivalent

Originally 6s 8d (80 pence), later 10s ≈ £0.50 (face value)

An official 1465 gold coin depicting the Archangel Michael slaying a dragon, replacing the Noble.

Introduced during the reign of Edward IV, the angel coin was heavily laden with religious symbolism and frequently used as an amulet for healing touches or royal gift-giving (known as "touch pieces") during healing ceremonies.

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