Esterlin

/ˈɛstərlɪn/ noun

Definition

An old form of currency or a coin of Eastern European origin, particularly from medieval times.

Etymology

From Middle Low German 'esterlinge,' possibly related to eastern regions or the eastern 'mark.' The term was used for high-quality silver coins traded widely in medieval Europe.

Kelly Says

Esterlin coins were the 'Bitcoin' of medieval trade—they were accepted everywhere because they were high-quality silver, and merchants knew they'd hold their value!

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