$100 Series I Savings Bonds

The $100 Series I savings bond features the vignette of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most important figures in American history due to his role in securing civil rights and equality for African Americans.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968), a Baptist minister from Atlanta, was one of the most prominent figures in the Civil Rights movement, which succeeded in achieving legal equality for African Americans. He co-founded and served as the first president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, organized to promote the advancement of integration and legal and social equality. Dr. King was the recipient of numerous awards, which recognized his outstanding work for non violent social change, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. In 1986, Dr. King's birthday became a national holiday in recognition of his enormous contributions to American history.

More About the Series I Savings Bond

You can read our Guide to Investing in Series I Savings Bonds. This will walk you through tons of information about savings bonds, especially the series I savings bond, including how you can add them to your portfolio, annual purchase limits, ownership requirements, tax benefits, and much more.