Five Facts About The Ten Dollar Bill And One That Will Save You Money


1. This 1901 United States Large Ten Dollar Note featured portraits of Meriwether Lewis on the left, William Clark on the right, and Black Diamond, an American Bison.

2. Alexander Hamilton is the only person featured on U.S. currency who was not born in the continental United States, as he born in the West Indies.

3. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing says the average life of a $10 bill in circulation is 18 months before it is replaced due to wear.

4. Approximately 11% of all newly printed US banknotes are $10 bills.

5. The $10 bill is the only U.S. paper currency in circulation in which the portrait faces to the left.

6. August 31 - September 30, 2010 from 11:00 - 2:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday you can buy any sandwich plate on The Turtle Restaurant’s menu which includes a cup of soup or salad and our homemade spiral cut potato chips AND a small scoop of gelato AND iced tea, ALL for $9.95. Offer excludes To Go orders, tax and tip.

This is a recession beating plan! A delicious bail out available to our customers. A complete freshly prepared lunch made with home made breads and love for $9.95 because you deserve good food. Just tell our waitstaff you want The Black Diamond Special! They will know what you mean.

The Turtle Restaurant
514 Center Ave
Brownwood, TX 76801
325-646-8200