The History of Necessary Evils

Money Trivia On March 10, 1862 the first United States paper money was issued. The denominations were $5, $10, and $20. They became legal tender by law on March 17, 1862. Learn more about the inventions surrounding money.

BTW Abraham Lincoln (whose profile is on the U.S. penny) had a strong interest in new technology and is the only United States President to hold a patent. Photo credit: Freephotos