Why is Santa on Some Dollar Bills?

[@JamesOKeefe-US]

I remember getting one of these for Christmas as a child (the sticker one). I loved it and kept it the rest of my life. Now easily 35 years old and still hanging in there. So much fun!

[@fpostolache]

35 ?! The life didn't even begin ! A whole ahead !

[@bookaufman9643]

I love that style of design on those German bills. I'm sure they're pretty hard to get but I'm tempted to start trying to collect them. They are truly beautiful

[@stefmotion8205]

The zero euro ones are the best ones in my opinion and they seem more legit

[@xXfl33rXx]

That's because they have the same security features as I think the 10 Euro bill

[@wavy6099]

I live in Belgium and i have the 0 euro bill i love it

[@stefmotion8205]

@@wavy6099 yeah they seem rlly cool

[@stefmotion8205]

@@xXfl33rXx yeah I think they were made to have the same security features as the real ones so that they seem more legit

[@wavy6099]

Yea i have the atomium one

[@immytv7146]

Those euro notes look incredible

[@deirdreleamy4678]

All euro notes look cool. there like the nicest ones

[@immytv7146]

@@deirdreleamy4678 I need to look through my Collection and see if I have any

[@ImWithIdiot]

*Allways has been*

[@immytv7146]

@@ImWithIdiot definitely

[@immytv7146]

@@matyastorok-illyes4733 but it's so cool though

[@harshit2.02]

4:32 That blink was so smooth . You are indeed a true legend !!

[@tomasveras2175]

Santa currency ? That’s cool but where is the Half asleep Cris legal tenders

[@blackJJseventeen]

There is probably a Notgeld with him on it, he just needed to timetravel with Tom to that time

[@stevenhale2935]

They cursed boy, don't make me think about it

[@e.sstudios1015]

IT'S A LEGAL TENDER!

[@tamchan27]

They’re in his basement being worked on

[@creamotaro5433]

YEAHHHHHHHHHHHH

[@PerfectLatios70]

I've never actually seen that Santa Claus dollar here in the United States, and I've lived here all my life!

[@fawnm]

Same dude

[@fireflame413]

Same.

[@HalfAsleepChris]

I think because people tend to hold on to them, similar to $2 bills but even rarer

[@PerfectLatios70]

@@HalfAsleepChris Very true!

[@PerfectLatios70]

@Catat Yeah, that makes sense, I'm only 16

[@hangingwithmygnomes2067]

Chris, please make a series about the old european notes that where discontinued because of the Euro (Deutsche Mark, French Franc, Italian Lira, Spanish Peseta...)

[@theishaanandankitashow]

That video idea is Amazing!

[@mysterious7215]

@@theishaanandankitashow ya

[@dinis8271]

That’s pretty cool

[@mariasirona1622]

Suomen markka

[@SrSander]

i think discontinued currencies in general could be a very interesting topic. i have a lot of old ecuadorian Sucre banknotes so seeing him talk about it would be interesting

[@Astrochorius]

Santa: here's a gift! **pulls out Santa dollars**

[@elaineturcotte1043]

I don't have any Christmas notes for you, other than to wish you a Merry Christmas! You share your stories and creativity and humor with us all the time. Hoping you receive tender, love and care yourself this holiday season! Thank you, I really enjoy your vlogs, Chris!

[@raedwulf61]

I have never heard of a Santa dollar. Merry Christmas, Chris!

[@damn5940]

2 chris

[@Chris-yo9gv]

Wow thanks lol 😂

[@alexandro5509]

@@Chris-yo9gv lol

[@Novaking1975]

Same

[@PhilbertDeZwart]

The pronunciation of "Notgeld" is closer to "note-gelt" with a slightly longer O. It means emergency (Not) money, related to "need" and not to English "not"

[@kaikalter]

That makes more sense, we also have the woord “nood” in dutch (the d pronounced more like a t)

[@RadenWA]

I mean let’s be honest the Coca Cola’s Santa Claus is a fitting national icon for USA

[@gramozcela1834]

Why just America? Why not tho worlds icon?

[@AI_STORIES_1_1]

World: half asleep Chris Me: half awake Chris

[@mostafamohammedahmed3404]

Wait a minute you are an genius

[@michaeltnk1135]

So you’re a glass half full kind of guy?

[@daverenzefandino118]

No its half awoke chris :)

[@auskid4377]

@@daverenzefandino118 CHRIS HAS BEEN half AWOKEN

[@trievalot]

So he is not asleep or awake good pick ip

[@Pangooooo]

Euro : has zero note Half asleep Chris who has many: I’m rich... technically

[@idfk1123]

This channel is so wholesome.

[@ZachWasabi]

my name is This so thank you very much!

[@expertoflizardcorrugation3967]

I remember seeing some Santa 2 dollar bills when I was younger. My great grandmother collected coins, so she had a lot of magazines and such containing various coins and bills. I collected 2 dollar bills for the longest time

[@paolagrando5079]

I wasn't aware of the "emergency notes" in Germany. Very interesting. Thank you.

[@littleredpony6868]

yeah they are a bit interesting. if i had found any stashed i probably would have thought that they belonged to an old board game.

[@Gr3nadgr3gory]

@@littleredpony6868 I belive they were used in board games because it was cheaper than actual toys. Kids used them as building blocks if I remember correctly.

[@thepennypaws]

Love it. More interesting trivia that will now stay with me. I really like your channel and all its content. Also loved my colouring book, both posters and time machine(which is moving onto my desk at work once buil😁. Have a perfecty meowy Christmas the four of you.🎄

[@tashmay]

Merry Chris-tmas!

[@mtzcat3792]

Nice comment

[@elizalkin]

Lol

[@jaynespiby4628]

Hi Chris I hope Bella and Ralph are happy and finally merry Christmas!

[@terrier_productions]

1:13 1225 could also be a reference to the Berkshire 1225 “Pere Marquette” locomotive which became the bases engine for the Polar Express

[@zeppelin5568]

maybe it was that number since its christmas day in US celebration

[@aetimes2]

i think the 1225 number on the Berkshire 1225 “Pere Marquette” is a reference to the date also.

[@SleepTrain456]

I know quite a bit about trains, and in case any of you in the replies you were wondering if Pere Marquette 1225 was numbered that for _The_ _Polar_ _Express,_ it actually held that number since it's construction in October 1941. However, it is quite fitting that 12/25 is Christmas in the US, and that a locomotive numbered 1225 became the basis for a Christmas film. Perhaps the designer of this banknote _did_ watch this film! For more information: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pere_Marquette_1225#Influence_on_The_Polar_Express

[@romanv2193]

You’re my favorite channel and you always brighten my day! Thanks for what you do!

[@Zenithxblack]

Ha! This is fantastic! I'm American & wasn't even aware of this. I generally use plastic. I live in Ohio, which is up north. Publix is a southern chain of stores (I believe). Super cool content! Happy holidays to all! Be well ❤️

[@richarddavis4954]

May you and your family have a safe one as well, look forward to many more interesting stories next year

[@music_by_carlos]

YOOOO I GOT ONE OF THOSE SANTA ONES AT WORK TURNS OUT IT WAS JUST LIKE A STICKER U COULD PEAL OFF. thats so awesome my work had it on display in the back as a fake bill. but i was like wait this is just a sticker u can take it off lolololol

[@shannonsmith8914]

Wow....totally cool banknotes!! Thanks for all the information and honestly, I would love to possess one of those creepy Santa notes. Incredible!!

[@HalfAsleepChris]

Thanks! They're very cheap on eBay, just search Sonneberg Notgeld Santa :)

[@shannonsmith8914]

@@HalfAsleepChris Thanks so much, I am going to definitely search for some!! Be well!!

[@yahshuanazareth2661]

I'm an American and didn't know this existed lol

[@notthatyouasked6656]

I wasn't aware that Publix sells these for charity. Similar bills are available with pictures of various celebrities as a novelty item. I got a set of 4 $1 bills for Christmas a few years ago, each with a picture of one of the Beatles. They are of course worth $1 each.

[@maiahardie2640]

Chris is awesome and totally inspirational never change

[@idkwhypickinganameishard]

What a nice Christmas gift. Now I won't over sleep or sleep much. Merry Christmas guys

[@Percydes]

2:10 He is smiling about as warmly as the Mona Lisa has the most beautiful smile :D

[@IAD_Flyer]

This is Brian from Virginia, USA. You are most welcome!

[@HalfAsleepChris]

Hey Brian - thanks a lot! I only very recently replied to your letter - you should receive it in a few days. I stumbled across a box of mail I though I'd already replied to, and yours was inside - my apologies! Thanks again - these notes are seriously cool!

[@TheSavageProdigy]

Oh he mailed you a letter? How kind! :D

[@IAD_Flyer]

​@@HalfAsleepChris No problem at all. Looking forward to your letter.

[@iguardian1]

A Very Merry Xmas Chris and all the best for the coming year! I think we're all going to need a lot of luck!

[@kiradotee]

2:09 smiling warmly hahaha. Before he unleashes his dagger and draws your blood lol.

[@cogidubnus1953]

Happy Christmas to you and your good lady! PS Purr, Purr, meow, meow, ha ha to the cats...

[@JacobFKeller]

I hope one day Half-Asleep Chris gets to design his own authentic or novelty currency. I hope one is Christmas themed. I think he would do a very good job.

[@goofygarfunkle]

Merry Christmas and a happy new year!!! To you and Bella and Ralph!!!!!!!!!

[@gabrielchiara6731]

4:32 Is when the creepy Santa note blinks.

[@wedseltowndrow3739]

Ahhhhhhh 😱😨😰

[@FredoRockwell]

Banknote fans: check out the signed letter I received from Andrew Bailey, Chief Cashier of the Bank of England (2004-11) telling me what his favourite flavour ice cream is. The signature on the letter and the photo are EXACTLY the same as what appeared on all British banknotes for those seven years. There are letters from LOTS of other important people, but my letter from Mr Bailey is discussed at about 2:00 in. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioq3qYSNj9uDgrs

[@annethereseconstantinopla7894]

Those with security features are so cool still....!!! Great contents by the way!!

[@evanhoward9574]

2:09 "sees him smiling warmly" Me: That's A smile?

[@2022-s7w]

I really love this guys videos he's so polite and I am a dog person but I really enjoy his cat stories he deserves so many more subs and publicity so if you like his video's and you haven't subscribed please do cos it's really helps him out to make these cool vids, keep up the good work chris!

[@wedseltowndrow3739]

Yay

[@wedseltowndrow3739]

Hay

[@2022-s7w]

@@wedseltowndrow3739 Jay is a on the bay?

[@wedseltowndrow3739]

@@2022-s7w 🍌

[@2022-s7w]

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[@rhyfelwrDuw]

Have a wonderful Christmas - looking forward to your videos next year! :)

[@HalfAsleepChris]

Thanks a lot! I'm not done with this year's videos yet though :D

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

@@HalfAsleepChris Awesome! Will look out for them :)

[@floz5575]

Merry Christmas from Poland 🇵🇱 I’ve been a fan since 10k 😁

[@CaledonianCoins]

Haha - Utter Class. I still have a few of the pooping donkey notes after I gave some of them away to fellow coin-tubers.

[@HomebrandFishfood]

Yay another half asleep Chris video! Well done in this one Chris

[@MexDK]

I've never seen Santa on any notes, they just are apparently. Thanks for letting us know!

[@Hailstonepie]

Thank you and Merry Christmas Chris. x

[@datrandomdugggy5537]

ah yes cursed Santa thanks for putting that image in my head

[@MollyK8]

Loved this vid!hope to see some new banknote vide soon!

[@toffiklord5104]

Hi chris im a big fan i have a cat myself and your two cats are so cute

[@bookmouse2719]

meow

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

"All proceeds to benefit: ABILITIES of Florida" well that's very kind of Florida Man to do that

[@jaynespiby4628]

Wow

[@jnb7877]

I swear i see you everywhere!

[@jaynespiby4628]

@@jnb7877 wait me?

[@jnb7877]

@ Jayne Spiby no I was talking about the person who made the comment, sorry about the confusion.

[@jaynespiby4628]

@@jnb7877 oh ok

[@zachyork9145]

Nice video Chris! Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all!

[@ItsBakaCore]

What the hell. I’m an American my entire life and I have never heard of this 🤯

[@konoxium4750]

"Why is Santa on Some Dollar Bills?" cuz it's festive

[@GhostTheHost713]

4:22 Ha! Jokes on you! I don't have a chimney... nor do I celebrate Christmas. Nor halloween, nor thanksgiving... Oh well, Happy Christmas... Or is it belated Christmas?

[@svenjaj.3520]

Those banknotes feel so German 😂😘 Merry Christmas

[@thatocelot879]

2:10 You're a wizard, Harry!

[@ellenlong6082]

Now that you say that...

[@jaynespiby4628]

What do you mean

[@jaynespiby4628]

North potter

[@jaynespiby4628]

Harry

[@polyblank5296]

Oh hey! My mom has one of those one dollars in a frame! Fun to see somebody mention it

[@staringhamster4960]

This is actually how santa watches you, that’s the true answer!

[@reggiecat7603]

Great video Chris, Merry Christmas

[@dstopard]

Thankyou so much for the letter half asleep chris it made my day so much! and I hope to send you a letter back for christmas and I dont mind how late it came its fine but thankyou so so much!

[@SamAronow]

28 years in the US and I had no idea any of these existed.

[@barvdw]

Pretty sure Santa was not drinking hot chocolate on that Finnish €0 note, but rather glögi ;) Hyvää Joulua! Zalig Kerstmis! Merry Christmas!

[@stephenm8100]

I worked in a grocery store for 9 years. I have sold hundreds of these. The store I worked at would sell them for $2.00 and it came with a little card explaining what charity. A lot of people would buy the Santa dollar and give it out because they were cheaper than most Christmas cards.

[@cysage5876]

Very interesting video! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@mtzcat3792]

Merry christmas halfasleepchris i love you

[@partizanbear552]

Thanks for your money collecting videos, keeping collecting alive. Greetings from Macedonia from a collector who started at 12 y.o..

[@cursed_cats5710]

The heartwarming Santa bank note does nothing to stop my seething rage coming from seeing that unacceptable rectangular Swiss flag

[@OfficialNickyG]

Those notes are really cool!!

[@cassf.103]

Weird and interesting Christmas coins would be so much fun! Canada mint has a coin in the shape of a Christmas tree and always has a Christmas themed Russian nesting doll.

[@coinhunter4409]

There are non circulation Christmas 50 cent coins minted in Australia

[@cassf.103]

@@coinhunter4409 Canada has Christmas themed Loonies too

[@coinhunter4409]

@@cassf.103 . I had to jump on Google to know what a Loonie is

[@cassf.103]

@@coinhunter4409 hahaha ya I guess to non-Canadians loonie and toonie are pretty foreign concepts

[@JamMC]

Videos! 20% - Talking About Banknotes! 75% - His Cats! 5% - Other

[@Realohiorailroadproductions]

Who else noticed the Stalin one at 1:57

[@Claro1993]

Yes, it a Zero Euro note from Gori, Georgia Stalin’s birthplace.

[@connorc4044]

Merry HalfAsleep-Chrismas

[@meekjr2]

if this guy's house burns down, he will have too buy another 8 games of scrabble.

[@canadaehxplained77]

Have you ever thought about where Santa *really* lives? It seems Canada, Greenland, and Finland all make a ongoing claim..

[@Chuck59ish]

Remember in some countries, Santa has a counterpart who goes after the naughty children, Germany and Holland are two countries I think of off the top of my head, although there are probably others.

[@rizalardiansyah4486]

Was it zwarte piet?

[@underwaterlaser1687]

Krampus in Austria comes to mind. In Germany it’s Knecht Ruprecht. Both accompany Sankt Nikolaus (not Santa). The controversial Zwarte Pieten in The Netherlands are Sinterklaas’ merry helpers.

[@Andwo0]

There is loads of really cool Santa coins in my county. Search up “Iom Christmas Coins” they have some pretty cool designs.

[@banknotesandcoins]

*Merry Christmas to everyone watching on Christmas!*

[@Sabbir31xEntertainment]

Great Information. Thanks Chris 💕

[@nemodufva8089]

2:06 its probably glüh wine! 😁

[@tracyruth4247]

I'm in the USA and never knew about Santa dollars, but we don't have Publix stores in the State I live in. I hope I can find one! My kids all got a Disney Dollar when we went to Disney World. It's a one dollar note with Mickey Mouse in the middle.....I wonder if they still have them🤔

[@lillianruan9801]

4:32 banknote wink, I’m so smart, I must have an eagle eye for that one.

[@realBaronFletcher]

Happy Christmas and Merry Advent.

[@gibboustime]

Maybe Santa is on there to make some kids believe they were made by Santa himself, and sent to them as a gift

[@butterybonk4249]

hey half asleep chris i hope you have a really nice day and a great christmas

[@applecake6073]

Thanks for the video I just received one of these as change at a store

[@gameshowguy2000]

My sister and I got some AS part of a supermarket promotion. WE still have them.

[@squillybilly847]

I want a Santa dollar bill! They look so cool!

[@syncuincebricks]

I learned two things today. 1. Why Santa is on money. 2. Santa is on money.

[@cardboard3228]

i might not have enough money to get the toms time machine but that wont stop me from making me one out of cardboard for my guinea pig :)

[@Ace-ip4jn]

I love ur videos

[@wboy7070]

Merry CHRIStmas!

[@CheeseBlock69Real]

"-which is how they bypass the laws of defacing currency." *Proceeds to draw on Benjamin Franklin*

[@cjkn1158]

Is it just me who scans every frame for the secret wink and then gasp when I saw it at the end

[@Silverpicker]

Super unusual notes. Great video as always! Glad I could contribute and thanks for the shoutout!

[@mojeminifilmy1973]

There was a Santa 0 euro banknote issued in Slovakia, too: "ŠŤASTNÉ A VESELÉ"

[@Cambutalgirl]

I also have a 0 euro bill! Its from the WWII museum in Normandy.

[@NGCoinslove]

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