Spanish escudo, also known as the Spanish shield, is the former currency unit of Spain. It is also the name of the national coat of arms of Spain, which features a crowned and quartered shield with a central coat of arms. There are a variety of synonyms for the word "Spanish escudo", including peseta, which is the former currency unit of Spain before the adoption of the euro. Other synonyms include real, maravedi, doubloon, and oro. These words are often used in historical contexts, as the Spanish escudo has not been in circulation since 2002. Nevertheless, they remain important terms for understanding the history of Spanish currency and economy.