[f. the proper name.] A coin of one of the Edwards: a. The ‘angel’ of Edward IV., or the ‘noble’ of Edward III. b. Edward shovelboard, a broad shilling of Edward VI., frequently used in the game of Shovel-board.
1598. Shaks., Merry W., I. i. 158. Two Edward Shouelboords, that cost me two shilling and two pence a peece.
c. 1817. Hogg, Tales & Sk., IV. 49. The golden Edward, with three holes in it, with which I presented my Mary.
