mintmaster
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In medieval and early modern Germany, the '''''' (; Latin ) was the head or manager of a mint, a moneyer with responsibility for the minting of coins, or specie. His duties were defined differently at different times and places.
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In medieval and early modern Germany, the '''' (; Latin ) was the head or manager of a mint, a moneyer with responsibility for the minting of coins, or specie. His duties were defined differently at different times and places.
==Middle Ages== The need for currency was relatively low during Merovingian times. The Münzmeister produced coins in small workshops, either working alone or with the help of a few assistants, and handled the precious metals required. During Carolingian times, minting became the task of royally appointed officials.
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