Why Benjamin Franklin Is on the 100 Dollar Bill: The Untold Story Behind America’s Highest Denomination
The $100 bill is the most counterfeited denomination in the world, yet its design remains unchanged for decades—a testament to its unassailable status as America’s financial cornerstone. At its center stands Benjamin Franklin, the only non-president on U.S. paper money, a choice that defies conventional hero-worship. Why was Franklin selected over George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, … Read more
