15 Wild Facts About the East India Company That Sound Made Up (But Aren’t) - History Collection
2. Issued Its Own Currency
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In a staggering display of corporate power, the East India Company didn’t just control trade—it also printed its own money. Typically, the issuance of currency is a privilege reserved strictly for sovereign...
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