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Detailed explanation-1: -The new currency notes of $1 and $5 value carry the signature of the Secretary of Treasury (American Finance Minister) Janet Yellen and Lynn Malerba.
Detailed explanation-2: -The first historical woman to feature on one of our notes was Florence Nightingale (1820-1910). She is known as the founder of modern nursing. Nightingale appeared on the £10 note between 1975 and 1992. Nightingale became famous for her treatment of wounded troops during the Crimean War (1853-1856).
Detailed explanation-3: -The first banknotes were issued in China during the 12th century AD. The invention of coins dates back to around 660 BC.
Detailed explanation-4: -1661 - First banknotes in Europe. Stockholms Banco issued the first real banknotes in Europe. They were a great success, but it all ended in a bank failure. It was Johan Palmstruch, founder of Stockholms Banco, Sweden’s first bank, who issued the banknotes.
Detailed explanation-5: -The honour went to Florence Nightingale as she graced the £10 note for over 15 years. Other women to have been commemorated on UK currency include Elizabeth Fry, Jane Austen and, of course, Queen Elizabeth II.