my wonderful zoo

Chapter 240
"I have tried it, and it is indeed possible to perform more detailed micro-carvings, but it takes time." Liu Yu replied: "Also, our ink does not support too fine printing."

"Then prepare an ink that can support micro-engraving printing." Chen Xun's tone was a little more stern than before: "You should have a belief in your heart. As long as you can't think of it, there is nothing you can't do."

"Only by adhering to this belief can the science and technology of our military government be able to advance step by step, instead of being satisfied with the status quo and standing still."

"If it doesn't work once, just do it twice, ten times, a hundred times, ten thousand times, tens of millions of times. If it doesn't work one day, do it a month, a year, ten years, or 100 years. If you continue to try and make mistakes, there will always be success."

"In terms of technological research and development, don't be afraid of spending money. Compared with material, food and other enjoyments, the achievements of science and technology can be passed down and are eternal wealth." Chen Xun was very confident when he said this.

Compared to those who start living a luxurious life as soon as they gain power, Chen Xun is comparable to an ascetic in this regard.

Except for the quality and quantity of his food, the clothes he wore were no better than those of the officers below.

What is good at the top will be effective at the bottom.

With Chen Xun taking the lead in being diligent and frugal, the officials below naturally followed suit. For now, the atmosphere of extravagance and comparison has not yet formed within the military government.

There is a saying in later generations that desire is the driving force for the advancement of human society, and a luxurious life is essentially a kind of desire.However, the military government is still in the "start-up" stage and is far from being able to satisfy this desire.

"Okay, I'll make arrangements as soon as I get back." Liu Yu stopped mentioning the difficulties. After this conversation, he had a deep understanding of how much Chen Xun attached importance to this matter.

He planned to invest a lot of manpower and material resources in banknote paper, printing, anti-counterfeiting and other technologies immediately after the meeting to meet Chen Xun's needs as soon as possible.

"That's good." Chen Xun stopped attending classes and acknowledged Liu Yu's work during this period: "The development of the military government is still very good. Thank you for being able to keep up with Chen Jiajun."

"It's all because of the solid foundation accumulated by the Governor, and I'm just resting on my laurels." Liu Yu replied.

"I think the current banknotes, watermarks, and printing can support us in issuing banknotes. We can issue one version first, and then issue a new version when technology improves." Chen Xun came back this time to solve the money shortage problem. It is impossible to wait for all technologies to mature: "I also understand that one bite cannot make you fat. Starting today, we will start with the design of banknote surface patterns and strive to complete all preparations within a month."

Having said this, Chen Xun revealed his follow-up plan.

"I plan to complete the issuance of the first edition of banknotes before the year, starting from Guangnan East Road. There is still a lot of work that needs to be completed."

“Such as the way banknotes are issued.”

“How to ensure the purchasing power of banknotes.”

"How to make people trust paper money."

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"These problems must be solved. This cannot be accomplished by one department of the Financial Secretary. It requires the full cooperation of all departments of the military government and goes hand in hand. So today I am here to explain to you in advance. Don't do it for your own selfishness or because of the problems of one department. It will affect the advancement of the entire plan, otherwise don't blame me for being unkind." This is the main reason why Chen Xun convened everyone for a meeting today.

Let's hammer it out first so that everyone realizes the importance of banknote issuance, so that they can have the motivation to fully cooperate.

The next day, Chen Xun went directly to Guangzhou by boat with everyone, accompanied by some senior researchers and craftsmen from the Chenjiazhuang Research Institute. They will cooperate with Chen Xun to complete the banknotes with all their strength development and distribution work.

The design of the pattern takes time, and the first problem Chen Xun solved was to cast the auxiliary coins.In later generations, auxiliary currency was also called "auxiliary currency", which was the symmetry of the "main currency".Refers to small amounts of currency below the main currency unit, used for daily sporadic transactions and change.

It is characterized by small denomination, frequent circulation, and fast wear and tear, so base metals or their alloys are often used for casting, and some auxiliary coins are made of paper.

The auxiliary currency designed by Chen Xun also has the same function, but on the basis of it, one of the most important functions is added: to improve the stability and reputation of the main currency.

It sounds funny, but this is the simplest way that Chen Xun can think of to improve the stability and credibility of the main currency.

Chen Xun currently uses coins issued before the Song Dynasty internally, supplemented by silver, gold and other precious metals, and does not have its own currency at all.

How absurd is it that a country (power) cannot control its own coinage?How do you make people trust your banknotes?
Therefore, Chen Xun had to create a set of the military government's own metal currency, and then issue banknotes on this basis.

Judging from the order of precedence, metal currency seems to be the main currency.But from the ultimate goal, the military government still wanted to issue its own banknotes, so this set of metal currencies was called "auxiliary coins" by Chen Xun.

Compared with the unsatisfactory printing skills, the military government's metal forging capabilities are top-notch in the world. Standing high at the top of the pyramid, the echelons behind it can only lag behind.

The person responsible for casting metal currency is Feng Yutie, because of his ability, Chen Xun has no choice.

In terms of metal smelting and forging, Chen Xun was far behind him.

"This is a bronze coin I designed. It contains [-]% copper and [-]% tin, plus some other metals. It has good hardness and anti-rust properties." Feng Yutie held a bright yellow copper coin in his hand. If I wasn't paying attention, I thought it was a gold coin.

"Is this bronze?" Chen Xun asked in amazement, he thought all bronze was blue.

"Yes, there are many colors of bronze. I think this color is more suitable for making coins, so I chose it." Feng Yutie nodded.

Increased knowledge.

"This money is so beautiful!" Chen Xun praised, very satisfied.

The new money is round in shape with square holes inside, making it easy to thread it with thread.

"What words are engraved on this money? It's up to you to decide." Feng Yutie asked: "Also, whether our new money should be engraved on two sides or one side."

Chen Xunlu has already thought deeply about this issue.

Coins such as "Kaiyuan Tongbao", "Yongle Tongbao" and "Kangxi Tongbao" are all prefixed with the reign name of the reigning emperor when the coins were minted.There are also national coins such as "Da Song Yuan Bao" and "Dayuan Tong Bao".

But Chen Xun has not yet become king, and the military government has not established a country, so this naming method must not be used.

It is necessary to choose a name that is recognized by most people, is easy to remember, has great meaning, and preferably can enhance the overall image of the military government.

(End of this chapter)