Redesigning the dollar bill

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It's the world's best-known currency, but does the design of the American dollar need a rethink? Jakub Alexander thinks so, and he's created these alternatives to stimulate debate...

The idea to use images other than Presidents is an intriguing one

The idea to use images other than Presidents is an intriguing one

Jakub Alexander reckons the US dollar needs a redesign. "Compared to Canada and many European countries I feel we just got screwed a bit," says the graphic designer, who curates the music selections at design blog ISO50 and runs the Moodgadget record label. So here are some of the alternative designs he's come up with.

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