George Washington is not depicted on any copper coins issued during his lifetime as the United States Mint did not produce any copper coins featuring portraits of individuals until the early 19th century. However, there are several modern commemorative coins and tokens that feature George Washi ... |
The French franc, one of the oldest currencies in the world, has a long and storied history with numerous variations over the centuries. Here’s an overview of its history and variations:Medieval Origins:The franc originated as a gold coin minted during the reign of King John II of France (1350- ... |
The antoninianus was a coin used during the Roman Empire thought to have been valued at 2 denarii. It was initially silver, but was slowly debased to bronze. The coin was introduced by Caracalla in early 215 and was a silver coin similar to the denarius except that it was slightly larger and fe ... |