Catherine the Great, also known as Catherine II, was one of the most prominent and successful rulers of Russia. Her reign lasted from 1762 to 1796, and during this time, coins played a crucial role in Russia’s monetary system. Early Life: Catherine was born Sophia Augusta Fredericka in Stettin, ... |
The Habsburg Monarchy (or Habsburg Empire) covered the territories ruled by the junior Austrian branch of the House of Habsburg (1278–1780), and then by the successor House of Habsburg-Lorraine (since 1780), between 1526 and 1867/1918. The capital was mainly Vienna, except from 1583 to 1611, wh ... |
During the reign of Nicholas I of Russia, a variety of silver coins were minted. Nicholas I ruled from 1825 to 1855. Here are the main types of silver coins that circulated during his reign:Ruble: The ruble was the primary unit of currency in the Russian Empire, and silver rubles featuring Nich ... |