Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor, was the last ruler of the Holy Roman Empire, reigning from 1792 until 1806 when he abdicated during the Napoleonic Wars. During his reign, various silver coins were minted, bearing his likeness and symbols of the Holy Roman Empire. Here are the main types of silv ... |
The Venetian nimbate lion is a symbol associated with the city of Venice (Venezia), located in northeastern Italy. The lion is often depicted with a halo or nimbus surrounding its head, giving it a distinctive appearance. This symbol has been used historically on the coat of arms and flags of t ... |
The “Silver Peso” of the Philippines refers to silver coins that were issued by the Spanish colonial government during the Spanish East Indies period, which lasted from the 16th century until the end of the 19th century. These silver coins were part of the larger currency system used in the Phi ... |