Numismatics Blog
The Spanish Civil War, a conflict that raged from 1936 to 1939, had a profound impact on various aspects of Spanish society. Among these was the nation’s coinage and monetary system. In this article, we will explore the fascinating story of emergency money, local currency issues, and the struggle for monetary control during this tumultuous…
The Early Days: From Conquest to the First Mints The Spanish conquest of the Americas in the early 16th century led to the need for a stable currency system. Initially, the Spanish used cobs, irregularly-shaped silver coins that were crudely cut and hammered, as the primary form of currency. These cobs were produced in Spain…
Introduction to Digital Currencies and Coin Collecting In the past decade, digital currencies have become increasingly popular and widely adopted. These currencies operate on decentralized systems and use encryption techniques to secure transactions and control the creation of new units. On the other hand, coin collecting, also known as numismatics, has been a hobby and…