On September 4, 1622 the Tierra Firme flota of twenty-eight ships left Havana bound for Spain. With it was carried the wealth of an empire; Silver from Peru and Mexico, gold and emeralds from Colombia, pearls from Venezuela. Each ship carried its crew, soldiers, passengers, and all the necessar ... |
The Gold Five Dollar coin of the United States, also known as the Half Eagle, was a gold coin that was minted and circulated in the United States during various periods of its history. Here are some key points about the Gold Five Dollar coin:Introduction: The Gold Five Dollar coin was first int ... |
The Venetian nimbate lion is a symbol associated with the city of Venice (Venezia), located in northeastern Italy. The lion is often depicted with a halo or nimbus surrounding its head, giving it a distinctive appearance. This symbol has been used historically on the coat of arms and flags of t ... |