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Design of United States Paper Currency.

Authors :
Straus, Jacob R.
Reese, Shawn
Source :
Congressional Research Service: Report; 2/13/2023, p1-3, 3p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article focuses on the U.S. Congressional Research Service's it reports on design and features of U.S. paper currency. It describes the history of paper money in the U.S., it mentions the introduction of greenbacks during the Civil War and the establishment of the Secret Service Division to combat counterfeiting. It discusses the current design of U.S. currency, including the portraits featured on bills, and the three levels of security features to guard against counterfeiting.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07317069
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Congressional Research Service: Report
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
162459065