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 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 ... |
The states of Germany issued a wide variety of silver coins throughout history, reflecting the diverse political landscape of the region before the unification of Germany in 1871. Each state had its own coinage system, designs, and denominations. Here are some examples of silver coins issued by ... |