Random fact: The "founder" of the cynics school of philosophy, Diogenes, was kicked from his country because his father (or both of them) who used to be the "mintmaster" had debased their currency by reducing the amount of metal in the coins.

Another random fact is that the term "Cynic" has its etymological roots in the Greek word for dog, κυνικός (kynikos), which is derived from κύων (kyon), meaning "dog." His association with dogs is closely tied to his behavior, lifestyle, and philosophical ideals.

One could say it's rather cynical to be discussing currency debasement ~2500 years later huh?