Origins of the US dollar sign ($) ?
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Some say it came from the mint mart of Potosi silver pieces of eight minted starting in the 16th century.
Others think it came from the Greek symbol of psi and a S, or from the money bags from the US mint with the U & S superimposed.
I like to think it came from pillars of Hercules as seen on a pieces of eight coin, because those are really cool coins.
Others think it came from the Greek symbol of psi and a S, or from the money bags from the US mint with the U & S superimposed.
I like to think it came from pillars of Hercules as seen on a pieces of eight coin, because those are really cool coins.
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The U.S. dollar sign may also have been inspired by the Caduceus, the staff of Hermes.
Both the Caduceus and duel pillar image would appeal to Freemasons. And it is well-known that many of the architects of the U.S. were involved in the craft.
A very clear example of the importance of pillars to Freemasonary is seen on George Washington's masonic apron...also seen is the all-seeing eye, another fixture on U.S. money.
- Alexandre Dumas, The Count of Monte Cristo
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I think consensus is the dollar sign originated from the banner wrapped around the pillar. The pillars, known as "dos mundos" in their day, circulated in early america.
On a side note, I'm infatuated with the coin pictured above.
Interesting information. The pyramid and eye on the back of the dollar bill are an obvious nod to Free Masonry, and there are other links as well.
I should clarify though, the all-seeing eye is used by the Freemasons, but it's not a unique symbol to the craft. It's been used by others to represent many different things.
- Alexandre Dumas, The Count of Monte Cristo
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<< <i>Some say it came from the mint mart of Potosi silver pieces of eight minted starting in the 16th century.
Others think it came from the Greek symbol of psi and a S, or from the money bags from the US mint with the U & S superimposed.
I like to think it came from pillars of Hercules as seen on a pieces of eight coin, because those are really cool coins.
Is that coin real?
You can pick another one if you like