New 50 dollar note
You're referring to the new $50 bill!
The United States Treasury Department's Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) has introduced a new design for the $50 bill, which features a portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States. The new design was unveiled in 2013 and began circulating in 2017.
Here are some key features of the new $50 bill:
- Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant: The obverse (front side) of the bill features a portrait of Grant, who was a prominent figure in American history, known for his leadership during the Civil War and his presidency.
- Security features: The new $50 bill includes several advanced security features to prevent counterfeiting, such as:
- A 3D Security Ribbon: A woven strip that runs along the left side of the bill, featuring images of Liberty Bells and 50s that shift and change as you tilt the bill.
- A Bell in the Inkwell: A color-shifting bell that appears in the lower right corner of the bill, which changes from copper to green when tilted.
- Raised Printing: Intaglio printing creates raised images and textures on the bill, such as the numerals "50" in the lower right corner.
- Color scheme: The new $50 bill features a predominantly blue and green color scheme, with a subtle texture and pattern to make it more difficult to reproduce.
- Watermark: The bill includes a watermark of Grant's portrait, which is visible when held up to light.
These advanced security features make the new $50 bill more difficult to counterfeit and help to prevent fraud.