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EUROPEAN COINS
European coins hold a rich history that fascinates collectors, showcasing the economic prowess and trade influence of colonial powers.
The Spanish 8 Reales silver coins, mass-produced in South American mints like Peru and Bolivia from plundered silver, were pivotal in Spain's trade. Many of these coins have been recovered from shipwrecks, reflecting their enduring appeal.
Austria's 1780 Theresa Silver Thaler, a renowned trade coin, was trusted across continents even after the Empress's death, with over 800 million minted. Today, Austria continues to mint prestigious coins like the 100 Schilling and the widely acclaimed Philharmonics, revered globally for their quality.
Greece and Rome are celebrated for their ancient coinage, prized by collectors for their historical significance and craftsmanship.
The Dutch East Indies Company traded using coins like the duit and Gold Ducat, while France utilized the famous Rooster gold coin for global trade and minted distinctive coins for its colonies in Indo-China, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.
Germany, comprised of various states until the introduction of the Mark in 1871, has a long numismatic tradition, as do trading powers like Prussia, Hungary, and Bulgaria from the 16th to 18th centuries.
Throughout history, Europe has been shaped by powerful empires such as Spain, known for its monarchs like the Kings of Aragon and Castile; Austria's House of Hapsburg, supplying Holy Roman Emperors and ruling Spain and the Austrian Empire; France, from its early kings to the Bonapartes; Greece, after gaining independence from the Ottoman Empire; and England, unified in 927 and influential in language, law, and culture worldwide.
European coins often feature portraits of leaders and national symbols, reflecting political contexts and national pride, making them not just monetary tokens but also windows into centuries of European history.
