Which of these U.S. paper currency bills features a landmark not located in Washington, D.C.?
$5 bill
$10 bill
$20 bill
$100 bill
Fact: Most U.S. paper currency highlights famous landmarks in Washington, D.C. For example, the $5 bill features the Lincoln Memorial, the $10 bill shows the U.S. Treasury Building, and the $20 bill depicts the White House—each symbolizing key pillars of American government. One major denomination breaks this long-standing pattern. The notable exception is the $100 bill, whose reverse depicts Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the historic site of the signing of both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.
Correct Answer: $100 bill