The Thaler (or Taler or Talir) was a silver coin used throughout Europe for almost four hundred years. Its name lives on in various currencies as the dollar or tolar. Etymologically, “Thaler” is an abbreviation of “Joachimsthaler”, a coin type from the city of Joachimsth ... |
The French franc, one of the oldest currencies in the world, has a long and storied history with numerous variations over the centuries. Here’s an overview of its history and variations:Medieval Origins:The franc originated as a gold coin minted during the reign of King John II of France (1350- ... |
Charles Alexander, Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach, ruled from 1736 until his death in 1757. During his reign, silver coins were minted in the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach, which was part of the Holy Roman Empire. These silver coins typically bore his portrait and various symbols associat ... |