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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
1901 10 Legal Tender United States Bison Note

This paper bill from 1901 is regarded by many as being a fine example of U.S currency artwork. Experts estimate that currently there are only about 4,500 notes left, which makes the Series of 1901 $10 Legal Tender Bison note quite rare.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Pobjoy Mint Isle of Man Angel Bimetallic Platinum and Gold Coin

Pobjoy has had an extensive relationship with the government of the Isle of Man, which has culminated in the minting of many notable coins, one of which is this Isle of Man Angel Bimetallic Platinum and Gold coin. Below is a description as well as its history, which dates back to the Middle Ages.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Random Year 1852 1860 France Napoleon III 20 Francs

The 1852 to 1860 Napoleon III 20 Franc was a widely circulated gold coin during the emperor’s reign. It was used daily by French citizens and in fact was so successful that other nations in Europe begin to emulate it.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
1809 MO TH 8 Reales Silver Mexico City Mint NGC XF45 Circulated Coin

The 1809 Mexican 8 Reales was an important silver coin that was minted and circulated more than 200 years ago. It has become exceedingly rare and is coveted by collectors with an interest in the history of Mexican coinage.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
1917 2 Legal Tender United States Note

The U.S. Note is considered one of the earliest types of paper currency issued from the American government. The Series of 1917 $2 Legal Tender note was issued between 1862 and 1971, and is coveted by many collectors, especially if it’s in Very Fine condition.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Higher Grade Notes

Despite plans for governments around the world to transition into digital currency, the evidence shows that nations continue to use physical currency, and in fact higher grade notes such as the $1,000 bill are actually becoming more common.

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