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Why is it called a monkey money?
Why is it called a monkey money?
Fri Jan 10 2025
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I've always wondered why it's referred to as 'monkey money'. Is there a specific reason or origin behind this naming? I'm curious to know the story or the logic behind calling it 'monkey money'.
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Sat Jan 11 2025
The British empire's influence over India extended far beyond its colonial borders.
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The origin of this phrase can be traced back to the Indian 500 Rupee note of that era.
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Sat Jan 11 2025
This particular note featured a monkey on one side, leading to the adoption of the term 'monkey' to represent the £500 denomination.
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Many cultural elements, including phrases and terminology, traveled from India to Britain during this period.
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One of the most well-known examples of this cultural exchange is the term 'monkey'.
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