Definition

• The raw material of the best bills is as in U.S. currency paper, 75% cotton and 25% linen. The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) estimates that it takes about 4,000 folds to weaken a bill. Smaller denominations age the fastest, as they are used more. The Federal Reserve says the average $1 bill lasts 4.8 years, the $5 3.8 years and $10 bills 3.6 years. The $20 bills last 6.7 years, $50 bills last 9.6 years and $100 bills last 17.9 years. About 5,000 tons of worn out bills are shredded by the Federal Reserve Banks each year.

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• Numiscadero Spanish to English Glossary (Gary Beals)

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