The term “Escudo,” which means “shield” in Portuguese, was adopted as the name for the currency of Portugal and its former colonies. The name has historical significance and reflects the emblematic role of the shield in Portuguese heraldry and symbolism.The Escudo was introduced as the official ... |
During the reign of King George VI in Canada, several silver dollar coins were issued. Here are some key details about the silver dollar coins featuring George VI:1935 Silver Dollar: The first Canadian silver dollar featuring George VI was issued in 1935. This coin was minted to commemorate the ... |
The Free City of Frankfurt, also known as the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt, was a sovereign city-state located in what is now modern-day Germany. Here are some historical facts about the Free City of Frankfurt:Imperial City Status: Frankfurt gained its status as a Free Imperial City in the 1 ... |