Coin (monetary unit) - Revision history

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-For game playability, by will of the gods, every coin of each type — [[Gold (metal)|gold]], [[Silver (metal)|silver]] or [[Copper (metal)|copper]] — has the same dimensions and value, though they may have different images on the actual coin.  While anachronistic, attempts in the past to create individualised coinage, with multiple values that must be exchanged when moving from one kingdom to the next, proved possible but offered no meaningful contribution to the game's play.  After testing this variable system for two years, with no appreciable results, the current system was adopted.
+For game playability, by will of the gods, every coin of each type — [[Gold (metal)|gold]], [[Silver (metal)|silver]] or [[Copper (metal)|copper]] — has the same dimensions and value, though they may have different images on the actual coin.  While [[Anachronism|anachronistic]], attempts in the past to create individualised coinage, with multiple values that must be exchanged when moving from one kingdom to the next, proved possible but offered no meaningful contribution to the game's play.  After testing this variable system for two years, with no appreciable results, the current system was adopted.
 == Characteristics ==

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-'''Gold coins''' or ''pieces'' '''(g.p.)''' are made of an alloy of gold, nickel and silver.  Each gold coin weighs 0.4 oz., or nearly 12 grams, of which 8.715 oz. is officially gold.  10 g.p. weighs ¼ of a pound.
+'''Gold coins''' or ''pieces'' '''(g.p.)''' are made of an alloy of gold, nickel and silver.  Each gold coin weighs 0.4 oz., or nearly 12 grams, of which 8.715 grams is officially gold.  10 g.p. weighs ¼ of a pound.
 The inconvenient ratios shown are deliberate.  Medieval and Renaissance precedents disregarded the convenience of exchange that a decimal system offered.  The intent was to approximate the actual value of the one coin in comparison with the actual value of another.  One silver coin is deemed to be 1/16th as valuable as one gold coin on the world market — in which the value of coins is an immutable, unchanging principle in the determination of all [[Trade System|trade]] [[Pricing Equipment|prices]].

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 In each case, coins can be interspersed with other items, and scattered around the body, though the player's expected to know how many coins and of which type are located in which places.
 See also,<br>
 [[Credit]]<br>
 [[The Adventure]]

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-'''Coins''' are small, flat pieces of metal, minted with images, numerals and text.  Standardized in weight, materials and value, they are issues by numerous monarchs and republics.  The study of coins is [[Numismatics (sage ability)|numismatics]].
+'''Coins''' are small, flat pieces of metal, minted with images, numerals and text.  Standardized in [[Measurements|weight]], materials and value, they are issues by numerous monarchs and republics.  The study of coins is [[Numismatics (sage ability)|numismatics]].
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 == Encumbrance ==
-The weight of coins definitely count against the character's [[Encumbrance|encumbrance]], so that large amounts of coin will slow down characters.  Since coins don't have much useful application when adventuring, it's best if a character considers where a great many coins can be stored, alleviating the character of having to hoist about their weight.  The worry is, of course, that separating the character from his or her money is a risk, since a trusted person might rob the character, or a hidden cache might be found, or the fees might be expensive if the coin is deposited in a bank.
+The weight of coins definitely count against the character's [[Encumbrance|encumbrance]], so that large amounts of coin will slow down characters.  Since coins don't have much useful application when adventuring, it's best if a character considers where a great many coins can be stored, alleviating the character of having to hoist about their weight.  The worry is, of course, that separating the character from his or her money is a risk, since a trusted person might rob the character, or a hidden [[Hoard (coin)|cache]] might be found, or the fees might be expensive if the coin is deposited in a [[Banking|bank]].
 This encourages some players to translate their heavy metals into lighter materials of greater value, such as jewellery which can be worn or gems which take much less space.  The difficulty is that while one can easily pay 1,000 g.p. for a necklace, it's hard to get 1,000 g.p. back when it comes time to sell same.
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 In each case, coins can be interspersed with other items, and scattered around the body, though the player's expected to know how many coins and of which type are located in which places.

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	: '''Small pouch''': cowhide bag for coins; 4 in. deep; 2 lb. capacity.		: '''Small pouch''': cowhide bag for coins; 4 in. deep; 2 lb. capacity.

−	In each case, coins can be interspersed with other items, and scattered around the body, ~~thought~~ the player's expected to know how many coins and of which type are located in which places.	+	In each case, coins can be interspersed with other items, and scattered around the body, though the player's expected to know how many coins and of which type are located in which places.

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	: '''Sandbag''': military burlap sack, 14 by 26 in.; 30 lb. capacity.		: '''Sandbag''': military burlap sack, 14 by 26 in.; 30 lb. capacity.
	: '''Small pouch''': cowhide bag for coins; 4 in. deep; 2 lb. capacity.		: '''Small pouch''': cowhide bag for coins; 4 in. deep; 2 lb. capacity.
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		+	In each case, coins can be interspersed with other items, and scattered around the body, thought the player's expected to know how many coins and of which type are located in which places.

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 ==== Carrying ====
-As well, coins must be carried.  There are various bags and sacks that will serve this purpose, not to mention boxes, chests and coffers.  These latter may be of any size, but there are some standards.  Possible means of carrying and storing coinage are described below.  In calculating how many coins will go in each, remember that 1 lb. = 16 oz., and that 10 c.p. =
+As well, coins must be carried.  There are various bags and sacks that will serve this purpose, not to mention boxes, chests and coffers.  These latter may be of any size, but there are some standards.  Possible means of carrying and storing coinage are described below.  In calculating how many coins will go in each, remember that 1 lb. = 16 oz., and that copper, silver and gold pieces require ½, ⅜ and ¼ of a pound against an item's capacity.
 : '''Canvas pack''': made for strength, with four 3 lb. capacity pockets; with 10 in. by 10 in. opening, 32 in. deep; total 55 lb. capacity.
-: '''Coin pouch''': thick fabric bag; 3 in. deep; 4 lb. capacity.
+: '''Captain's chest''': curved-lidded box with hornbeam boards & iron pieces; 30 in. long by 18 high & deep; 150 lb. capacity.
 : '''Coin sack''': canvas bag with hemp drawstring; 8 by 14 in.; 50 lb. capacity.

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	==== Carrying ====		==== Carrying ====
−	As well, coins must be carried. ~~A coin~~ pouch ~~is a~~ fabric bag ~~that's~~ 3 in. deep; ~~it has a carrying~~ capacity ~~of 4~~ lb.,	+	As well, coins must be carried. There are various bags and sacks that will serve this purpose, not to mention boxes, chests and coffers. These latter may be of any size, but there are some standards. Possible means of carrying and storing coinage are described below. In calculating how many coins will go in each, remember that 1 lb. = 16 oz., and that 10 c.p. =
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		+	: '''Canvas pack''': made for strength, with four 3 lb. capacity pockets; with 10 in. by 10 in. opening, 32 in. deep; total 55 lb. capacity.
		+	: '''Coin pouch''': thick fabric bag; 3 in. deep; 4 lb. capacity.
		+	: '''Coin sack''': canvas bag with hemp drawstring; 8 by 14 in.; 50 lb. capacity.

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	== Encumbrance ==		== Encumbrance ==
		+	The weight of coins definitely count against the character's [[Encumbrance\|encumbrance]], so that large amounts of coin will slow down characters. Since coins don't have much useful application when adventuring, it's best if a character considers where a great many coins can be stored, alleviating the character of having to hoist about their weight. The worry is, of course, that separating the character from his or her money is a risk, since a trusted person might rob the character, or a hidden cache might be found, or the fees might be expensive if the coin is deposited in a bank.
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		+	This encourages some players to translate their heavy metals into lighter materials of greater value, such as jewellery which can be worn or gems which take much less space. The difficulty is that while one can easily pay 1,000 g.p. for a necklace, it's hard to get 1,000 g.p. back when it comes time to sell same.
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		+	==== Carrying ====
		+	As well, coins must be carried. A coin pouch is a fabric bag that's 3 in. deep; it has a carrying capacity of 4 lb.,

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 '''Gold coins''' or ''pieces'' '''(g.p.)''' are made of an alloy of gold, nickel and silver.  Each gold coin weighs 0.4 oz., or nearly 12 grams, of which 8.715 oz. is officially gold.  10 g.p. weighs ¼ of a pound.
-The inconvenient ratios shown are deliberate.  Medieval and Renaissance precedents disregarded the convenience of exchange that a decimal system offered.  The intent was to approximate the actual value of the one coin in comparison with the actual value of another.  One silver coin is deemed to be 1/16th as valuable as one gold coin on the world market — in which the value of coins is an immutable, unchanging principle in the determination of all [[Trade System|trade]] [[Pricing Equipment|prices]].  This doesn't have to "make sense" in accordance with any historical model of trade or exchange.  D&D is a game, and a game is ruled by it's playability, not its capacity to accurately simulate numismatics.
+The inconvenient ratios shown are deliberate.  Medieval and Renaissance precedents disregarded the convenience of exchange that a decimal system offered.  The intent was to approximate the actual value of the one coin in comparison with the actual value of another.  One silver coin is deemed to be 1/16th as valuable as one gold coin on the world market — in which the value of coins is an immutable, unchanging principle in the determination of all [[Trade System|trade]] [[Pricing Equipment|prices]].
 == Experience ==