Foreword by Christopher R. McDowell
Issued just weeks after the �Shot Heard �Round the World,� Continental Currency became the first paper money authorized by the American Continental Congress.
Backed by the hope of a new nation rather than silver or gold, Continental Currency played an important role in financing the Revolutionary War. Though it faced counterfeiting, depreciation, and public distrust, it marked a major step forward for the colonies and helped shape the future of American money.
This guide book explores the history, artistry, and numismatic importance of Continental paper money and the mysterious 1776 Continental dollar coin, or medal. Inside, readers will find large full-color images of every Continental Currency bill and 1776 Continental dollar, valuations, market-performance comparisons, and historical background on the currency�s creation, mottoes, and emblems.
Readers will come away with a deeper understanding of Revolutionary-era money and the hardships faced by America�s founders as they worked to shape a new nation.
RED BOOK SERIES #24