John Conduitt

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was John Conduitt born?Circa March 8, 1688
2. When did John Conduitt die?May 23, 1737
3. What is the career span (parliament)?1721 – 1737
4. What is the successor to?Sir Isaac Newton as Master of the Mint
5. Who was John Conduitt?John Conduitt was a landowner and politician in 18th‑century Britain who became the Master of the Mint, the place where coins were made. He also served as a Member of Parliament for many years.
6. What does the Master of the Mint do?The Master of the Mint makes sure coins are made with the right amount of metal, keeps them safe from fake coins, and runs the workers who strike the coins.

Master of the Mint: The senior official responsible for the administration and operation of the Royal Mint, overseeing coinage production and security.
House of Commons: The elected lower chamber of the United Kingdom Parliament, responsible for legislation and holding the government accountable.
Whig: A historical British political group that advocated for parliamentary supremacy, constitutional monarchy, and religious tolerance.