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 ... |
Before the unification of Germany in 1871, various states within the German Confederation issued their own copper coins. These coins were used for everyday transactions and reflected the diverse coinage systems of the individual states. Here are some examples of copper coins issued by prominent ... |