Drachma, pl. drachmas or drachmae (δραχμή, pl. δραχμές or δραχμαί (until 1982)) is the name of the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history:1. An ancient Greek currency unit found in many Greek city states from Classical times on, as well as in many of Alexander’s suc ... |
The origin of the name “Yuan” as the monetary unit of China dates back to ancient times and has undergone various historical developments. The term “Yuan” (元) is derived from Chinese characters and has multiple meanings and interpretations. Here are some possible origins and meanings of the nam ... |
The Kingdom of Saxony, located in what is now modern-day Germany, had a rich monetary system with its own currency and coinage. Here’s an overview of the history of the Kingdom of Saxony’s monetary system:Medieval Period:In the medieval period, the territories that would later become the Kingdo ... |