The Jewish branch of the Great Exchequer of England was created some time during the
last decade of the twelfth century during the reign of Richard I
(1189–99). Jews arrived in England in significant
numbers after 1066, invited by William the Conqueror to assist in the increase of
English commerce and industry. They remained, as financiers, moneylenders and
pawnbrokers, until expelled by Edward I in 1290. The article tells the story of the
exchequer of the Jews, discussing its organisation, officials and effect on
England's economy during the years of its operation.
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