What Are 25 Year Old E Bonds Worth?
U.S. Government Bonds are an investment tool for those who are looking to get more out of their money. These bonds are considered a low-risk investment. Those who have E Bonds may want to know how much they are worth.
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History
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Government Savings bonds have been used in multiple occasions since 1776, according to TreasuryDirect.gov. Continuous bonds, as we know them, have been offered since 1935.
Time Frame
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E Bonds could be purchased until 1980, they were then replaced by the EE bond. The E bond cannot earn interest past 2010.
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Types
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E bonds should not be confused with EE bonds. There are various other type of bonds available, including I, HH, H and Treasury bonds.
Considerations
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Like all bonds, holding onto E bonds beyond their maturation point will do nothing. The date of the bond marks the end of the interest period.
Steps
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To check the value of your 25 year old E bonds, you simply need to visit the Bond Calculator website (from the government). You only need to know the amount of the bond and the serial number. It will give you the accurate interest informatoin.
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