Which Historical Figures Are on U.S. Money?

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Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story:

American currency as we know it today has been in circulation since 1792.

Founding Fathers, past presidents, and a selection of other notable historical figures appear on the country’s paper bills and coins.

There are ongoing efforts to add women like Harriet Tubman and Eleanor Roosevelt to U.S. money.

The history of U.S. currency and the many distinguished individuals featured on American paper bills and coins is a long, winding road.

Upon its founding in 1776, the United States had what was known as Continental currency in circulation for many years. Nearly two decades later, in April 1792, the U.S. dollar was created as the official American currency. The fictional Lady Liberty was the main symbol on U.S. coins at