Series 1990 – US Notes

Waterlogged Money: How the Great Midwest Flood of 1993 Destroyed Bank Currency and the Federal Reserve’s Massive Replacement Operation

June 15, 2026 by

The Great Midwest Flood of 1993 submerged bank vaults, destroyed millions of dollars in Federal Reserve notes, and triggered one of the most complex emergency currency replacement operations in modern US history. For collectors, this disaster left behind a fascinating paper trail of star notes, emergency print runs, and Fed district concentrations that remain underappreciated in the marketplace today.

The $10 Federal Reserve Note: Hamilton, Independence Hall, and the 1990s Security Redesign

June 15, 2026 by

From Alexander Hamilton’s stoic portrait to the evolution of microprinting and color-shifting ink, the $10 Federal Reserve Note has undergone more dramatic transformations than almost any other denomination. This guide walks collectors through the key series, signature combinations, and rarity milestones that make the ten-dollar note a surprisingly rewarding specialty.

Microprinting on Modern Federal Reserve Notes: A Field Guide to the Hidden Text

June 15, 2026 by

Modern Federal Reserve Notes are packed with tiny, often-overlooked security features that doubled as fascinating collectibles in their own right. This field guide walks you through every generation of microprinting on US currency, from its 1990 debut to today’s latest designs, with expert tips for spotting, attributing, and collecting these hidden details.