Liberian Detail
OriginLiberia
First Minted1847
MaterialVarious
TypeCurrency
About Liberian Detail
See Liberian Dollar entry. The first Liberian coins were copper cents issued in 1847 featuring a star and elephant. Liberia has used both US dollars and its own currency throughout its history. The modern Liberian dollar trades at a discount to the US dollar. Liberian banknotes feature national heroes including Joseph Jenkins Roberts, the first president. The dual currency system creates confusion in everyday transactions.
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