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The Fabulous History of Money (4/4)
From Coins to Bitcoin60 min
Available until 27/01/2027
How did Europe and America begin using paper money? In 1688 the Bill of Rights offered a new status to the Bank of England, according it the privilege of issuing banknotes backed by its hold and silver reserves.
Director
Frédéric Wilner
Country
France
Year
2025
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