The Federal Reserve destroys more than 5,000 tons of U.S. currency a year—billions of dollars in torn, dirty or worn-out bills. The central bank now recycles more than 90% of its discarded bills.
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Mon, 12/22/2014 - 5:38pm
The Federal Reserve destroys more than 5,000 tons of U.S. currency a year—billions of dollars in torn, dirty or worn-out bills. The central bank now recycles more than 90% of its discarded bills.