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# Copper Money

## Definition

The lowest denomination of metallic currency, typically used for small transactions, which Smith discusses in the context of different metals serving different monetary functions.

## Source Chapter

Book I, Chapter 5

## Context

Smith examines how copper functions within monetary systems, particularly in relation to silver and gold as higher denominations of money.

## Economic Domain

Exchange

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