noun
- plural of pistole, a former gold coin used in various European countries
Usage: historical
Examples
- The merchant counted his pistoles carefully before the transaction.
- Spanish pistoles were widely accepted currency in colonial trade.
- The treasure chest contained dozens of gleaming pistoles.
- French pistoles were valued for their gold content.
- Pirates often sought pistoles as preferred plunder.
- The collector displayed rare pistoles from the 17th century.