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 ... |
During the reign of George III, a variety of gold coins were minted across the British Empire. These coins were used for international trade, commerce, and as a store of value. Here are some of the main types of gold coins minted during George III’s reign:Gold Guinea: The guinea was a popular g ... |
During the Colonial Era, Spain was one of the world’s leading producers of silver and gold coins, owing to the vast quantities of precious metals extracted from its colonies in the Americas. Here is an overview of the coin production and colonial coinage of Spain during this period:Spanish Mint ... |