I WONDER - Did Henry The Eighth Have A Nickname?

Henry VIII, to save money during his reign, created English currency from copper covered in silver instead of pure silver coins. However, as these coins circulated, the silver coating wore off, particularly on the nose of Henry VIII's face depicted on the coins. This gave him the nickname 'Old Copper Nose' as his nose appeared orange while the rest of the image remained silver.

Why did Henry VIII decide to create a new type of currency?

• To increase the amount of silver in circulation

• To honor his ancestors

• To make coins more valuable

• To save money during expensive wars

What material was used to cover the copper coins?

• Bronze

• Iron

• Gold

• Silver

What was the main issue with the new coins introduced by Henry VIII?

• They were too heavy

• The silver coating wore off

• They were easily counterfeited

• They were too small

Which part of Henry VIII's image on the coin was most affected by the silver wearing off?

• His eyes

• His mouth

• His nose

• His ears

What nickname did Henry VIII earn due to the appearance of the coins?

• Bronze Monarch

• Copper Face

• Old Copper Nose

• Silver King