History of MONEY
What was the first form of money used by ancient civilizations?
Barter (goods like grain, livestock, and shells).
Which country uses the currency called the "yen"?
Japan
What phrase appears on all U.S. coins and bills?
"In God We Trust."
What was the first country to use polymer (plastic) banknotes?
Australia (1988).
When was the Kyrgyzstani som introduced to replace the Soviet ruble?
May 10, 1993
Which U.S. president’s face appears on the $1 bill?
George Washington
What is the official currency of Switzerland?
Swiss franc (CHF)
Which U.S. coin is the most expensive to produce?
The nickel (costs more than 10 cents to make).
Which U.S. bill has the shortest print run?
The $2 bill (rarely printed since 1966).
What does the word "som" mean in Kyrgyz?
It means "pure" (originally referring to pure gold).
What was the name of the first credit card, introduced in 1950?
Diners Club Card
Which European country does NOT use the euro as its currency?
Sweden (uses the Swedish krona)
Which U.S. bill is the most counterfeited worldwide?
The $100 bill
Which animal appears on the Canadian 5-cent coin?
A beaver
Which famous mountain is depicted on the back of the 100 som note?
Khan Tengri (one of Central Asia’s highest peaks).
Which country was the first to adopt a gold standard for its currency?
DOUBLE POINTS FOR THE YEAR
The United Kingdom (in 1816).
Which country’s currency features a platypus on one of its coins?
Australia (20-cent coin)
What metal is used in U.S. pennies today?
97.5% zinc, 2.5% copper plating.
What is the term for when money loses value over time?
Inflation
Which famous Kyrgyz historical figure appears on the 20 som banknote?
Togolok Moldo (a renowned poet and storyteller).
Which U.S. coin was the first to feature a real person’s portrait?
The Lincoln penny (1909)
Which country’s currency is called the "baht"?
Thailand
Which U.S. coin was briefly made of silver during WWII?
The nickel (1942-1945, to save copper for war efforts).
Which country has the strongest currency in the world?
Kuwait (Kuwaiti dinar, 1 KWD ≈ $3.25 USD)
What unique security feature does the 2000 som note have?
A holographic stripe to prevent counterfeiting.