The updated $100 bill, issued in 2013, is easily recognizable due to noticeable changes in design and security features. The new version has a distinctive blue hue that significantly sets it apart from previous versions.
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Key Differences of the New $100 Bill
In addition to the updated color, the modern bill contains several elements aimed at preventing counterfeiting. According to information from The U.S. Currency Education Program, its features include:
- A moving 3D holographic ribbon, which reveals hidden images when viewed under light.
- The portrait of Benjamin Franklin has been enlarged, and the frame around it has been removed. Microprinting has been added to Franklin’s clothing for additional security.
- An image of an inkwell with a hidden bell that can only be seen under light.
Can Old Dollars Be Exchanged?
All U.S. dollars issued from 1914 onwards, including the 1996 notes, remain valid. This means there are no restrictions on exchanging old bills. According to the National Bank of Ukraine, institutions are prohibited from imposing any restrictions regarding the denomination or year of issue, as long as the currency is a legal means of payment in the issuing country.
Authorized institutions are prohibited from imposing restrictions on the denomination and year of issuance of foreign currency notes that are legal tender in the respective foreign state with which currency exchange operations are conducted, the regulator emphasizes.
If a financial institution violates these requirements, citizens can file a complaint. After verification, the institution may be fined if the violation is confirmed.