Gigelira

/ɡɪɡəˈlɪrə/ noun

Definition

A historical or obsolete monetary unit or currency, likely from Italian or Mediterranean heritage.

Etymology

Possibly from Italian 'giglio' (lily, a heraldic symbol used in currency) combined with '-ira' or related to 'lira' (Italian currency). Etymology is uncertain for this archaic or rare term.

Kelly Says

If gigelira did exist as a coin, it probably bore the Florentine lily—medieval Italy loved stamping symbols of power on currency to show who was in charge.

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