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Welcome to the U.S. Currency Education Program Twitter channel, an official U.S. government account to inform the public about U.S. currency
- #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.
- 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-and…
00:00 - 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-ma…
- 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/…
- 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-toolki…
- 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/notewort…
00:00 - 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/dat…
00:00 - 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/u…
00:00 - 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?period…
00:00 - 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-ma…
Made with AI - 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-ma…
00:00 - 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/accounts/USFRB…
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