The Yuan is, in the Chinese language, the base unit of a number of modern Chinese currencies. The distinction between yuan and renminbi is analogous to that between the pound and sterling.A yuán is also known colloquially as a kuài (“piece”). One yuán is divided into 10 jiǎo or coll ... |
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 Miliarensis was a type of coin used in the late Roman Empire. It was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great (306–337 AD) and continued to be minted by subsequent emperors until the early 5th century AD. The Miliarensis was a relatively large, silver coin with a s ... |