Looking back at the history of 100 USD

The history of the United States witnessed a lot of different $ 100 dollars with security features being increasingly enhanced.

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Before 1860: When there was no central bank, every private bank had its own $ 100 model. And their shape will depend on the organization you receive the money from.

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1860s: During the civil war, the USD 100
has a famous nickname Greenbacks (blue back).

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However, the coalition side now also has a $ 100 coin
their own with the image of a slave moving the car onto a carriage.

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1863: These certified gold coins are very rare, one of them has been auctioned and brought back $ 900,000.

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1873: Silver $ 100 coin with portrait of James Monroe - the 5th president of the United States.

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1880s: USD 100 bill introduces the portrait of President Abraham Lincoln.

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1890: This dollar is also called a watermelon dollar because the zero image on the back looks exactly like this melon.

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1914: Benjamin Franklin finally appears on the front of the $ 100 bill.

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1929: A major change takes place this year when the size of the dollar is expanded as used today.

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1934: A small change appears on the front, when the certificate of permission to use it for gold has ceased to exist.

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1966: The words "IN GOD WE TRUST" (we believe in God) are printed on the back.

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1990s: The dollar includes additional security metal strips.

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1996: A major change in the $ 100 bill with refurbished designs and higher security features including three-dimensional watermarks and red and blue yarns.

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2013: This is a 100-dollar new year with a 3-D security range, which makes those who make counterfeit money frustrated.

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Comparative picture of the dollar in 1862 and 2013.