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The Little Prince in my Collection: France’s 50 Francs

In 1993 I traveled to Paris, France for the first time. My stay was not long, only a few days, but the memory is with me to this day. There’s nothing like Paris anywhere around the world and I was excited to have finally made it. I was almost 17 at that time and my…
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Growing Up: The Paper Money Guy Turns 2!

After a short hiatus and a busy summer, I’m excited to be back as The Paper Money Guy turns 2. Keeping with this theme, I decided to profile some of my favorite two denomination notes from around the world. Some of these have been demonetized and are no longer legal tender. In some cases, the…
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Celebrity Sightings: Star Notes of U.S. Currency

Stars have been among us as long as the universe has been around. Whether they speckle our galaxy or shine bright in storybooks, stars possess a mystical power that inspires us to dream. Most people can relate to having wished upon a lucky star at some point. Certainly in their childhood and some even as adults. The…
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Heroine Banknotes: Women who Changed the World

Earlier this month the world celebrated International Women’s Day (on March 8). The day recognized the achievements of women across social, political, economic, and cultural spectra. It also commemorated their fight for equality and liberation, which in many places continues today. As Women’s history month marches on, this post is dedicated to several women who…
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Year of the Snake: 2025 Take Note

With the Lunar or Chinese New Year now in full effect, I am dedicating this post to the auspices of the snake. The snake is the 6th animal (of 12), in the Chinese zodiac and symbolizes wisdom, transformation and growth. According to the Lunar Calendar, we are in the year 4723. This new year officially…