The Motto that Minted Debate
In God We Trust.
Four little words. Big theological baggage. Carried by money.
In this special sneak-peek episode of Worth Its Weight, follow the surprising journey of America's national motto from its beginnings as a Civil War memorial to its unexpected role in the fight against communism—and discover how money tells some of history's most remarkable stories.
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Numismatic References:
Coins
1864 Two-Cent Piece – The first United States coin to bear the motto In God We Trust.
1865 Three-Cent Nickel – One of the earliest additional denominations to receive the motto.
1866 Shield Nickel –…
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