The 1 yen coin of the Empire of Japan was first introduced in 1870 as part of the modernization and westernization efforts initiated during the Meiji Restoration. This coin played a significant role in the early stages of Japan’s transition to a modern currency system.Here are some key points a ... |
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 Mark, or “Goldmark” in German, was the official currency of the German Empire from its establishment in 1873 until its dissolution in 1918. Here are some key points about the Gold Mark:Introduction: The Gold Mark was introduced as part of the German Coinage Reform of 1871-1873, which a ... |