Who is on the $20 Bill?
Greeting, fellow gaming friends! Today I‘ve got an exclusive reveal on the current face of one of America‘s most used banknotes – the $20 bill. Dust off those wallets because we‘re going on a trip back in time to learn about the 73/7th US President, Andrew Jackson, and his rise to monetary fame.
As passionate gamers, money makes our world go ‘round. From saving up chore money for the latest console to budgeting for deluxe editions of our favorite titles, currency fuels our gaming lifestyle. And in the US, no note gets more screen time than the $20 bill.
Jackson‘s Rise from War Hero to $20 Star
The era of Jackson on money began in 1861 when he first appeared on a $10,000 bill. Talk about a coveted loot drop! His early billing stemmed from Jackson‘s fame as a military hero, rising from small frontier roots to defeating the British as Major General in the famous Battle of New Orleans. His leadership during the War of 1812 cemented Jackson as a champion of the common man.
In 1928, Jackson unlocked a higher honor – becoming the face of the $20 FRN note. As President, Jackson famously crusaded against centralized banking in favor of gold and silver coins. But ironically, Jackson‘s visage would decorate America‘s most circulated paper currency for over 90 years and counting! Since then, over 26 billion $20 Jacksons have entered circulation.
Fun Facts on the $20 Note
Let‘s highlight some key specs on the vintage Andrew Jackson $20 bill:
- Dimensions: 156 x 66.3 mm
- Weight: 1 gram
- 70% cotton, 25% linen blend
- Iconic 1920s White House portrayal on rear
- Blue security thread to thwart counterfeits
- Watermark of Jackson visible when held to light
- Life Span: roughly 22 months in circulation
- *Prestige* rarity – $20 notes discarded less than higher denoms
Like any treasured loot, the $20 note has special security features and craftsmanship to extend its life. This makes collecting rare, high-grade Jackson $20 bills a worthy pursuit for numismatists.
Harriet Tubman Waiting in the Wings
While Andrew Jackson continues his monetary reign today, change is on the horizon. Back in 2016, Obama‘s Treasury announced a #squadgoals mashup – putting abolitionist Harriet Tubman on a revamped $20 note by 2020.
Tubman would bring some much-needed girl power to American currency as the first woman on a FRN note since Martha Washington‘s cameo in the 19th century. Tubman‘s courageous exploits leading hundreds of slaves to freedom make her money-worthy. The new $20 was slated to debut this year until delays struck. Efforts are back on track with the first Tubman $20s likely circulating before 2030.
I‘ll be sure to update when this monetary DLC drops! The gamer score may stay the same, but Tubman flexing $20 muscle represents changing times. Even Fortnite got in on the action with a Harriet Tubman skin concept:
So stay tuned gaming friends! Will you miss Ol‘ Hickory or stan for Tubman when the $20 shifts? Whatever unfolds, I‘ve got insider coverage ready for this money makeover!
