Alexander II of Russia, often referred to as Alexander the Liberator, was the Emperor of Russia from 1855 until his assassination in 1881. He is known for his significant reforms, including the emancipation of the serfs in 1861, which earned him the title "The Liberator."During his reign, Alexa ... |
The “1 Yuan / 1 Dollar” China Silver coin featuring Yuan Shikai is a significant piece in Chinese numismatic history. Here’s an overview:Yuan Shikai: Yuan Shikai (1859-1916) was a Chinese general, politician, and warlord who played a crucial role in the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republica ... |
The antoninianus was a coin used during the Roman Empire thought to have been valued at 2 denarii. It was initially silver, but was slowly debased to bronze. The coin was introduced by Caracalla in early 215 and was a silver coin similar to the denarius except that it was slightly larger and fe ... |