All variations of the $100 bill would carry the same portrait of Benjamin Franklin, same border design on the obverse, and the same reverse with a vignette of Independence Hall.

In order to finance the Civil War, Congress authorizes the U.S. Department of the Treasury to issue non-interest-bearing Demand Notes. These notes earn the nickname “greenbacks” because of their …

4 days ago · A washed bill is a real, typically lower-denomination bill, that has been chemically stripped of its original ink and then reprinted to look like a $100 bill.

Benjamin Franklin has graced the $100 bill since 1914, but he was never president. Learn why he was chosen, the bill's security features, and rare editions worth collecting.

4 days ago · The Paoli Police Department has issued a warning to local residents and businesses about "washed" counterfeit $100 bills circulating in the community.

Jan 12, 2025 · Here’s a breakdown of why exactly the $100 banknote is to be phased out and what this means for the further evolution of cash in the United States. The $100 bill can no longer be used for …

Oct 27, 2025 · Learn the full story of the U.S. $100 bill—history, design changes, security features, and the rare currency issues that hold hidden collector value.