The Birth of the Banknote
Podcast: Saturday Morning MusePublished On: Sat Jul 26 2025
Description: In this episode of the Saturday Morning Muse, Andy explores the introduction of the banknote by the Bank of England in 1694, which revolutionized modern finance by standardizing currency and formally establishing government currency backing. This historical narrative connects the evolution of banking practices to the currency we use today.
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