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What are the oldest currencies still in use today?
Traditional legal tenders that have endured over time
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We've been spending money ever since we began earning it. But did you know that some of the best-known currencies still in use today are also among the oldest? In fact, some currencies have been around for centuries. While that says something about the spending power of the nations in question, it also tells us a lot about the monetary policies adopted by governments and their desire to maintain a unique fiscal identity. So, what is the legal tender with the longest lifespan?
Click through and spend time discovering the oldest currencies still in use today.
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