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Ancient trial puts Britain's coins to the test

A traditional ceremony has been taking place in the city of London. Dating back to the thirteenth century the Trial of the Pyx is an annual event designed to test the quality of the UK's coins. Hidden behind its historic pageantry is a legal court, which plays a vital role in underpinning public trust in sterling. The Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Russell Padmore explains more.

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