Money & Finance How rare are $500 bills? March 4, 2026 by pups | Leave a Comment $500 bills are extremely rare today, as they haven’t been printed by the U.S. Treasury since 1945 and were officially discontinued in 1969. While they are still legal tender, finding one in circulation is highly unlikely, making them a fascinating collectible for numismatists. The Elusive $500 Bill: A Look at Its Rarity and History Have […] Read more »