I had forgotten that two dollar bills were still around and in current circulation. But, in a recent trip to the bank to cash a check, I received one from the bank teller. I was surprised but recalled that the last time I saw one of these strange bills, I was probably just as surprised. That may be because this bill is just not printed as much as the other paper bills. Two dollar bills are printed at about 1% of all paper currency, while the one dollar bill is around 48% of all paper bills that the treasury issues. So, of course, when I returned home I had to iron it and make a photo. Why? Because everything I see is a possible post entry for the blog. You may never see one of these as the time is ticking for this bill. By the way, paper bills are made with 75% cotton, and 25% linen, and can withstand washing and ironing.
First introduced 150 years ago in 1862, the two dollar has generated many myths, misconceptions, and has both fans and detractors. The obverse (Front) has had presidents, and other historical portraits. The reverse, (Back) has also changed several times. The current iteration has Jefferson on the obverse, and Trumbull's famous painting of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the reverse. For some facts and fancy about this bill, check out Suite101's site here. And, of course, Wikipedia also has an entry. Now, I really will be excited if I receive a three dollar bill!
First introduced 150 years ago in 1862, the two dollar has generated many myths, misconceptions, and has both fans and detractors. The obverse (Front) has had presidents, and other historical portraits. The reverse, (Back) has also changed several times. The current iteration has Jefferson on the obverse, and Trumbull's famous painting of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the reverse. For some facts and fancy about this bill, check out Suite101's site here. And, of course, Wikipedia also has an entry. Now, I really will be excited if I receive a three dollar bill!
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