The term “Escudo,” which means “shield” in Portuguese, was adopted as the name for the currency of Portugal and its former colonies. The name has historical significance and reflects the emblematic role of the shield in Portuguese heraldry and symbolism.The Escudo was introduced as the official ... |
The Austrian schilling underwent significant transformations throughout its history, reflecting changes in Austria’s political and economic landscape. Here’s an overview of the transformation of the Austrian schilling:First Austrian Schilling (1924-1938):The first Austrian schilling was introdu ... |
Hexagram was a large silver coin of the Byzantine Empire issued primarily during 7th century AD during the reigns of Heraclius, Constans II, and Constantine IV. It weighed about 6 grams. |