During the reign of Alexander II of Russia, who ruled from 1855 to 1881, a variety of silver coins were minted. These coins featured Alexander II’s portrait on the obverse and various designs on the reverse, reflecting the political and cultural context of the Russian Empire during his rule. He ... |
The history of monetary units in Tibet is complex and spans centuries, reflecting the region’s economic interactions with neighboring cultures, political changes, and cultural influences. Here’s an overview of the monetary units and their historical context:Pre-Imperial Tibet: Before the rise o ... |
The Peace Dollar is a silver United States dollar coin minted from 1921 to 1928, then again in 1934 and 1935. Early proposals for the coin called for a commemorative issue to coincide with the end of World War I, but the Peace Dollar was issued as a circulating coin. Designed by Anthony de Fran ... |