During the reign of Nicholas II, several silver coins were issued in the Russian Empire, featuring his likeness. Here are some of the main types of silver coins minted during his reign:Ruble: The ruble was the primary unit of currency in the Russian Empire, and silver rubles were minted through ... |
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 ... |