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U.S. Currency
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22 Aug 2024
The U.S. Currency Education Program has a new look! Our striking new logo features familiar currency symbols to make our brand more recognizable. Visit our website to see our redesigned brochures! go.uscurrency.gov/750

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Did you know? Genuine $5 notes include tiny, printed details like “FIVE DOLLARS” in the borders and “USA FIVE” on the back near the purple 5. uscurrency.gov/denominations…
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As we celebrate Flag Day, let's take a look at the current design of the $50 bill. The American flag is featured behind the portrait of President Grant. Have you noticed that? Learn more about the note here: uscurrency.gov/denominations…
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Genuine #UScurrency should 1. feel slightly rough 2. contain color-shifting numerals 3. show a watermark when held up to light It’s as quick as that for denominations $10 and higher. Order tools here: uscurrency.gov/educational-m…
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Goalkeepers help keep the ball out of the net. The CEP helps keep counterfeit #UScurrency out of circulation by educating the public on the security and design features of Federal Reserve notes. Learn more here: uscurrency.gov/media/videos?…
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#CurrencyFAQ: The Federal Reserve Board is the issuing authority for Federal Reserve notes. Each year, it assesses public demand for currency and submits a print order to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Visit federalreserve.gov for more information.
Image of cash reading "Each year, the Federal Reserve Board places an order for currency from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing"

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Image of armored carrier reading "once printed the banknotes are shipped to Federal Reserve Banks."

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Image of "the banknotes are then distributed to financial institutions across the country"

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Did you know you can hold on to old #UScurrency? Regardless of the year it was issued, every design is a legally valid form of payment. There's no expiration date on spending or accepting these bills. Learn more about legal tender using our website: uscurrency.gov/acceptance-an…
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Doughnuts: Delicious, Real. Counterfeit Dough: Fake, Illegal. As we celebrate #NationalDoughnutDay, we remind you to always make sure your “dough” is the real deal by taking the time to feel, tilt, check! Order our resources here: uscurrency.gov/educational-m…
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A quick glance can catch obvious fakes. If a note says, “For Motion Picture Use Only” or “Replica,” it’s not real currency. Foreign writing? Another red flag. Train your eye to spot these signs instantly. uscurrency.gov/sites/default…
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Tilt it. Watch it move. When you tilt the $100 note, the bells shift to 100s inside its 3-D security ribbon. The ribbon is woven into the paper, not printed on top. Learn more about how to authenticate this note in the cashier toolkit. Download here: uscurrency.gov/cashier-toolk…
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Fun Fact Friday: $100,000 gold certificates were once used by Federal Reserve Banks to settle large transactions. Curious how that worked? Tune in to the Noteworthy podcast for more information: uscurrency.gov/media/notewor…
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How long does a U.S. banknote last? The lifespan of currency varies by denomination, and some may surprise you. Learn more about how notes move through circulation and when they’re retired here: uscurrency.gov/life-cycle/da…
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Secure and dependable. U.S. currency underpins everyday transactions at home and abroad, making it the connecting force between communities around the globe. As confidence in cash grows, so does the power to unite. Watch here: uscurrency.gov/media/videos/…
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On this #TBT, we’re looking back to when the $5 note was redesigned in 2008. The updated note introduced subtle color changes and enhanced security features that remain in circulation today. Learn more about the history of #UScurrency here: uscurrency.gov/history?perio…
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Looking for training tools that fit in your pocket? The Cash Assist app helps cash handlers quickly identify security features using their phone, making learning simple and accessible. Download the app today: uscurrency.gov/educational-m…
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Authenticating currency doesn’t have to be complicated. Remember three simple steps when handling #UScurrency: feel the paper, tilt the note, and check it with light. Learn more about how these steps work across denominations here: uscurrency.gov/educational-m…
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Stay up to date on all things #UScurrency — from new resources to recent engagements. Subscribe to our newsletter and get the latest CEP updates delivered straight to your inbox: public.govdelivery.com/accou…
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Why does trust in #UScurrency matter? This short video shows how confidence in U.S. currency powers everyday transactions and connects communities around the globe. Watch here: uscurrency.gov/media/videos/…
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Why does trust in #UScurrency matter? This short video shows how confidence in U.S. currency powers everyday transactions and connects communities around the globe. Watch here: uscurrency.gov/media/videos/…
Graphic reads "Learn why U.S. currency remains secure and dependable."

ALT Graphic reads "Learn why U.S. currency remains secure and dependable."

Graphic reads "See how confidence unites people in markets worldwide.

ALT Graphic reads "See how confidence unites people in markets worldwide.

Graphic reads "Discover how to authenticate your money with confidence."

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With warmer weather come busier days for professional cash handlers. The cashier toolkit offers step-by-step guidance to help authenticate U.S. currency with confidence no matter how busy things get. Explore the toolkit here: uscurrency.gov/cashier-toolk…
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May is #NationalSmallBusinessMonth. As payment preferences evolve, understanding how customers choose to pay remains key. This Noteworthy podcast episode, “Cash in Context,” explores how Americans use or save cash. Listen here: uscurrency.gov/media/notewor…
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