The Grivennik (also spelled Grivna or Hryvnia) is a historical monetary unit that originated in Kievan Rus', a medieval East Slavic state that existed from the late 9th to the mid-13th century. Here’s an overview of the history of the Grivennik:Origin: The term “Grivennik” is derived from the O ... |
The first issue of this coin is thought to have been under Roger II of Sicily, who, in 1140, coined ducats bearing the figure of Christ, and the inscription, ‘Sit tibi, Christe, datus, quem tu regis iste ducatus’ (or roughly, “O Christ, let this duchy which you rule be dedicat ... |
During the reign of Nicholas I of Russia, a variety of silver coins were minted. Nicholas I ruled from 1825 to 1855. Here are the main types of silver coins that circulated during his reign:Ruble: The ruble was the primary unit of currency in the Russian Empire, and silver rubles featuring Nich ... |