By: House of Emirates® For over a millennium, Byzantium stood as the world’s economic superpower. While kingdoms rose and fell around it, the golden solidus remained stable, trusted, and admired across continents. Yet one question still captivates historians and investors alike: Why did the Byzantine Empire choose gold over silver — and how did that […]
By: House of Emirates® The gold solidus attributed to the Umayyad dynasty during the reign of Caliph ‘Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan (AH 65–86 / 685–705 CE) represents one of the most historically significant transitions in world numismatics. Struck in Damascus around AH 72–74 (circa 691–694 CE), this coin marks the first instance of an Islamic […]
By: House of Emirates London – UK In 2025, the ancient coin market is experiencing a historic resurgence, transforming from a collector’s niche into a vibrant global trade valued in the billions. Investors, historians, and enthusiasts alike are turning to ancient coins not only for their historical significance, but also for their financial potential. As […]
By: Ahmad Saed Alzein, CEO of House of Emirates ® London – UK Human civilization has been relying on currency since the dawn of history and ancient times, serving as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, and a store of value. Ancient civilizations used coins as their primary form of currency, while modern […]
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