Armenian dram to Cape Verdean Escudo

The Armenian dram (sign ֏, code AMD) is the national currency of the Republic of Armenia, used within the borders of this Caucasian country. 1 dram could be previously subdivided into 100 lum. However, there are no coins or notes worth less than 10 dram used right now.

The currency has been issued in 1993 after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Before that, the Soviet rubles had been in use. The country’s symbol on the notes was presented as iconic figures from the Armenian people, and as great architectural and art monuments as well. There is the national coat of arms and denomination decorated with a colorful design. The monetary unit’s name comes from the Greek drachma.

The Cape Verdean escudo (sign Esc, code CVE) is the official currency issued and spread on the territory of Cape Verde. Previously, one escudo could be subdivided into 100 centavos. Since 1994, 1 escudo has become the smallest coin of the country.

CVE was established as a national currency in 1914. Afterwards, the banknotes have been re-issued several times. The latest series was issued in 2014. The 100 escudo coin is of great interest. It is a decagon made out of a metallic alloy, embellished with representatives of local flora and fauna.