Medieval Glossary
Prisage
The right of a sovereign to take a certain part of cargoes of imported wine. It was converted into a customs duty by Edward I and lasted until 1809 (1832 in the Duchy of Lancaster).
Related term(s): None
Category: Trade and Coinage
Added: 08.05.05
Contributor(s):
Alan Chanter
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