Although they are still technically legal tender, high-denomination bills like the $1000 and $5000 were last printed in 1945. On July 14, 1969, in an attempt to decrease unlawful activities relating to organized crime, the Federal Reserve System officially discontinued this quirky currency.
Do you know whose faces grace these rare bills? And how familiar are you with the Presidents on your pocket change? Let’s find out.
Take the quiz: On The Money
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11/12! Now, MONEY, I know!
posted by Hyacinth on 7-27-2009 at 6:23 pm
Well, perfect score on all the “regular” bills/coins. I’d love to see the back story on the larger bills (why they were printed, etc).
I’m glad to see my tellering finally paid (haha) off on a Mental Floss quiz!
posted by OkieMelissa on 7-28-2009 at 10:12 am