Which Slovak town is famous for the oldest continuously operating mint in the world, founded in 1328 by King Charles Robert of Anjou to produce gold florins and ducats?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Kremnica
- Step 1: The Kremnica Mint (Mincovňa Kremnica) was founded in 1328 and has struck celebrated Kremnica gold ducats and modern currency for nearly 700 years without interruption. Answer: Kremnica. Why not the others: Banská Bystrica was center of copper mining (Thurzo-Fugger company), and Levoča was famous for Spiš crafts and Master Paul's altar.
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