Why does a banknote, a coin or a piece of digital data have value? A History of Money, from Gold to Crypto, at Citéco, takes this question as the starting point for an exploration of how money has changed over time.
The exhibition is set up in the vault room of the Hôtel Gaillard, a former branch of the Banque de France. The Parisii gold stater, the écu of Saint Louis, banknotes and the euro offer a way to trace the links between money, political power and trust. Crypto-assets extend this history into the realm of digital transactions.
The exhibition also explores how coins were made and the methods used to combat counterfeiting. The objects thus tell us as much about the techniques of their time as about the authorities that issued them.
To enrich the experience, interactive exhibits invite visitors to look for clues and solve a mystery. An audio tour created with historian and video creator Manon Bril complements the visit. It’s an approach that lets families explore a subject woven into our everyday gestures.
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Dates and Opening Time
From November 20, 2026 to July 11, 2027
Location
Cité de l'Economie
1 Place du Général Catroux
75017 Paris 17
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Prices
Plein tarif du musée ; Une Histoire d’Argent est incluse sans supplément dans le billet d’entrée, selon la fiche officielle de cette exposition.: €12
Recommended age
From 8 years old
Official website
www.citeco.fr
Booking
tickets.citeco.fr
