Doubloon
(noun)
- A gold coin that was minted in Spain and other countries during the 16th and 17th centuries.
- A coin or token that has a value greater than its face value.
Origin:
Doubloon is a word derived from the spanish word "doblon" which means "double". historically, doubloons were a type of gold coin that was minted in spain and other countries during the 16th and 17th centuries.
Examples:
- In the treasure hunt, the children found a doubloon and they were very excited.
- The pirate's treasure was filled with doubloons and other valuable coins.
- He bought the doubloon as an investment, hoping it would increase in value.
- The doubloon was a symbol of the country's wealth and power.
- The doubloon was a popular trade currency in the 17th century.