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With our extensive list of world coins and banknotes. Our articles showcase the story of each piece. Focusing on the unique people, artifacts, and wildlife they feature. As one can not fully appreciate a banknote without knowing its story.

Dom Pedro I, 1st Emperor of Brazil: 5 Cruzeiros (Brazil, 1970)-Article

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Sep 19, 20212 min read

Dom Pedro I, 1st Emperor of Brazil: 5 Cruzeiros (Brazil, 1970)-Article

This Brazilian banknote represent the 2nd denomination, of the 2nd Cruzeiro (Series 1970, First Family). The Series 1970 replaced the...

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The Elusive Stags Of Timor: 500 Rupiah (Indonesia, 1988)-Article

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Mar 1, 20214 min read

The Elusive Stags Of Timor: 500 Rupiah (Indonesia, 1988)-Article

This colorful Indonesian banknote represents the 2nd denomination of the Series 5. The Series 5 New Rupiah was first issued on 1 February...

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Temple of the Feathered Serpent: 20 Peso (Mexico, 1976)-Reference

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Dec 16, 20201 min read

Temple of the Feathered Serpent: 20 Peso (Mexico, 1976)-Reference

This Mexican banknote represents the 3rd denomination of the Series AA (sub-Series BZ). These notes were printed by the Bank of Mexico...

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A Nun Before Her Time: 1000 Peso (Mexico, 1985)-Founder's Article

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Oct 31, 20202 min read

A Nun Before Her Time: 1000 Peso (Mexico, 1985)-Founder's Article

This banknote represents the 7th and final denomination of the Series AA (sub-Series XH), printed by the Bank of Mexico. This note first...

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