Origin of the name for Escudo Portuguese
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 currency of Portugal in 1911, replacing the Portu ...
2024-04-26
- New coin is added to 20 Franc Belgium Gold Leopold II of Belgium(1835 - 1909)
20 Franc Belgium Gold Leopold II of Belgium(1835 - 1909)
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1877, Kingdom of Belgium. Leopold II. Beautiful Gold 20 Francs Coin. 6.44gm! Mint Year: 1877 Condition: XF-AU! Mint Place: Brussels Denomination: 20 Francs Engraver: Leopold Wiener (L.W.) ...
2024-04-26
- New coin is added to 5 Franc Belgium Silver Leopold II of Belgium(1835 - 1909)
5 Franc Belgium Silver Leopold II of Belgium(1835 - 1909)
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1873, Kingdom of Belgium, Leopold II. Large Silver 5 Francs (5 Frank) Coin. AU+ Mint Year: 1873 Reference: KM-24. Engraver: Leopold Wiener Denomination: 5 Francs / 5 Frank Condition: A sma ...