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doubloons

 

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Noun doubloon has 1 sense
  1. doubloon - a former Spanish gold coin
    --1 is a kind of
    coin

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Doubloons

Description

Doubloons refer to gold coins that were minted in Spain and its colonies during the 16th and 17th centuries. These valuable coins were widely used in trade and commerce.

Senses and Usages

1. Noun

a. Historical Spanish Gold Coins:

Doubloons were the primary currency of Spain and its colonies during the 16th and 17th centuries.

Example Sentence: The pirate hid a chest of doubloons in a secret cave.

b. Symbol of Wealth:

In popular culture, doubloons are often portrayed as symbols of wealth and treasure.

Example Sentence: The treasure chest was filled with gold doubloons, jewels, and precious artifacts.

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