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Historical Currency collection

 Collection
Identifier: Currency

Scope and Contents

The collection includes coins and paper currency from early civilizations, Ming-dynasty China, colonial America, the United States of America, and 20th-century Europe. The items reflect critical periods in the history of monetary systems, particularly those of colonial and revolutionary America.

Dates

  • Creation: 0015 - 1922

Conditions Governing Access

The Historical Currency Collection is open for research. Researchers are encouraged to contact Special Collections staff prior to a visit.

Conditions Governing Use

In consultation with Special Collections staff, reproductions may be made upon request. Please consult with staff regarding questions about publishing materials from Williams Special Collections. Researchers are responsible for handling any copyright issues that may be associated with collections and materials.

Extent

1 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

Organized into three series: I. Early Currency. II. American Currency. III. European Currency

Physical Location

Vault

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Acquired from various sources. See item-level notes for further details.

Title
Historical Currency collection
Author
Peale, Anne
Date
2017
Description rules
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Chapin Library Repository

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