About the exhibition
This online exhibition explores the role women have played in the design and production of Bank of England banknotes. Each gallery below tells a different part of the story.
Historical women on banknotes
Find out about the women who have featured on banknotes and how the designs were created.
Women making banknotes
Learn about how women have been involved in making banknote paper, operating machinery and creating designs.
The Queen’s portrait
See how The Queen’s portrait has changed over the years, and learn why it’s not just a decoration but an important security feature.
Symbolic women on banknotes
Learn about the female characters who have appeared as symbols on banknotes.
This page was last updated 31 January 2023