Spain: Birthplace of Flamenco

Introduction This article is meant to be a brief introduction to the country of Spain. We will cover Spain’s history, landscape, monarchy, Spanish culture, and coinage. Spain’s Founding & History Spain has a rich and complex history, and its founding is no exception. The Iberian Peninsula, where modern-day Spain is situated, has been inhabited sinceContinue reading “Spain: Birthplace of Flamenco”

Escudo: Spanish Gold Coin

Introduction This article is meant to act as a brief introduction to the Spanish gold coin called the Escudo. The article will cover Spanish gold, the gold Escudo, the doubloon, the silver Escudo, and collecting the Escudo. Spanish Gold Spanish gold has a rich history that dates back to the 15th and 16th centuries. TheContinue reading “Escudo: Spanish Gold Coin”