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Acton, Johnny

 
9781845250478: Minted
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ISBN 10: 1845250478 ISBN 13: 9781845250478
Editorial: Think Publishing Limited, 2007

Sinopsis

Ever wonder who the famous figures are on various banknotes and how the concept of ?paying the bearer” first originated? This monetary miscellany of unusual banknotes tells the story of different nations’ notes (like the unusual Faroese Króna) and the lesser-known people and places depicted on them. The history of the U.S. dollar is covered in full, including a list of the numerous slang terms for it that have developed through the ages, and stories of famous forgeries and money launderers along the way. Following currency from 7th-century China to the (cancelled) 500 Euro note, color reproductions make this a fascinating insight into banknotes, famous faces, and the whole history of legal tender.

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Ever wonder who the famous figures are on various banknotes and how the concept of ?paying the bearer” first originated? This monetary miscellany of unusual banknotes tells the story of different nations’ notes (like the unusual Faroese Króna) and the lesser-known people and places depicted on them. The history of the U.S. dollar is covered in full, including a list of the numerous slang terms for it that have developed through the ages, and stories of famous forgeries and money launderers along the way. Following currency from 7th-century China to the (cancelled) 500 Euro note, color reproductions make this a fascinating insight into banknotes, famous faces, and the whole history of legal tender.

Biografía del autor

Jonny Acton is a trivia buff and an expert on the obscure. His previous books include Origin of Everyday Things and The Ideas Companion (both Think Books). He lives in London.

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Editorial
Think Publishing Limited
Año de publicación
2007
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
1845250478
ISBN 13 
9781845250478
Encuadernación
Tapa dura
Número de páginas
160
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