Episode 1825
As We Say Goodbye to the Penny, a Look Back at the History of Money
December 11, 202524m 45s
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Show Notes
The penny is no more! As we look back at the history of the penny, economist and author David McWilliams provides some context, and examines the history of currency more broadly. He is the author of the new book, The History of Money: A Story of Humanity. Plus, listeners call in with their questions about money throughout the ages.
Topics
listener_money_history_call_inmonetary_history_questionshistory_of_money_bookpenny_discontinued_uscurrency_evolution_explainedcurrency_design_changescoinage_phaseout_reasonshistorybusinessancient_money_originsinflation_and_coin_valueus_currency_reformbooks