Financial Engineering: Engineers & Scientists on Banknotes/Coinage

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The discussion centers on the presence of engineers and scientists featured on banknotes and coins from various countries. The Serbian 100 Dinar note, which honors Nikola Tesla, is highlighted as an example. Participants express curiosity about other nations that similarly commemorate notable figures in science and engineering on their currency. Additional resources are shared, including links to lists of such currency, indicating that this practice is not unique to the UK. The conversation reflects an interest in the cultural significance of recognizing scientific contributions through currency design.
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Feel free to groan at the bad pun in the thread title.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-15122770

Do any other countries feature engineers or scientists on their banknotes or coinage?

Not that most Brits ever get to see a £50 note in their lifetime - they are nearly as common as hen's teeth!
 
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The Serbian 100 Dinar note depicts Nikola Tesla.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serbian_dinar"

A few more can be found here:
http://www-personal.umich.edu/~jbourj/money.htm"
 
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