In December 1863, he suggested that the phrase should read "In God We Trust". Here are some key points about the Coinage Act: This act not only changed the design of our coins but also reflected ...

In 1837, Congress passed laws on coin designs that specifically defined ... In 1864, the phrase "In God We Trust" began ...

the series date of a dollar bill indicates the year in which that design was adopted. Prior to the passage of Public Law 140 of the 84th Congress which required the words "In God We Trust" to ...