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technology-and-innovation2 years ago•3 min saved

Benjamin Franklin's Fight Against Counterfeiters Paved the Way for the US Dollar

Benjamin Franklin's early work in printing colonial paper currency to combat counterfeiting has been revealed through advanced scanning techniques. Franklin used colored threads, watermarks, and imprints of natural objects like leaves to make it difficult for counterfeiters to replicate his paper bills. The research conducted by the University of Notre Dame sheds light on Franklin's methods and highlights his use of fillers, dyed threads, and nature printing. Franklin's innovative techniques set barriers for counterfeiters and influenced the inclusion of security features, such as colored threads, in modern U.S. currency.

via The Associated Press|

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history2 years ago•4 min saved

Benjamin Franklin's Lessons in Fighting Counterfeiters

A recent study has shed light on Benjamin Franklin's innovations in printing techniques and currency design. Franklin, who won a contract to print £40,000 for Pennsylvania in 1731, experimented with various methods to combat counterfeiting. His use of intricate patterns, such as a sage leaf, on the money made it difficult to replicate. The study also revealed that Franklin's paper money contained flecks of mica, a substance not easily accessible to counterfeiters. Surprisingly, the researchers found that Franklin used graphite ink, which was uncommon for the time. The findings raise questions about Franklin's intentions and whether his innovations were primarily aimed at preventing counterfeiting or simply experimenting with new printing techniques.

via The New York Times|

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