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We analyzed paper money printed by Ben Franklin to uncover his anti‑counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations

We analyzed paper money printed by Ben Franklin to uncover his anti‑counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations

Ben Franklin led an effort to print paper bills in the American colonies, after a coin shortage constrained the economy.

04.06.2026 2

The Conversation

Khachatur manukyan

We analyzed historical paper currency to uncover early anti‑counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations

We analyzed historical paper currency to uncover early anti‑counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations

Ben Franklin led an effort to print paper bills in the American colonies, after a coin shortage constrained the economy.

04.06.2026 3

The Conversation

Khachatur manukyan