Did you know that the sculpture 'Salmon P. Chase', created in the 1860s, is associated with both Salmon P. Chase himself and William H. Philip, indicating either the subject and artist or two individuals connected to its creation?
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certified proof — Did you know that this 'certified proof' object, identified as a form of money or exchange medium, was produced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Bureau of Engraving and Printing? National Museum of American History
2 Rubles, Russia, 1722 — Did you know that a 2 Rubles coin from 1722, featuring Peter I, is part of the Grand Duke Georgii Mikhailovich Collection at the Smithsonian, though it is not currently on view? National Museum of American History
Faulkner County, Arkansas by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Faulkner County, Arkansas has a population of about 124,611, a median age of 33.8, a median household income of $61,273, a median home value of $195,800. U.S. Census Bureau
Rent benchmark — Merced, CA MSA — HUD's 2025 Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom in Merced, CA MSA, California is $1,509 a month, compared with $1,227 for a one-bedroom and $2,081 for a three-bedroom. Fair Market Rents set the payment standard for housing choice vouchers. (Source: HUD Fair Market Rents). HUD User
Crisp County, Georgia by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Crisp County, Georgia has a population of about 20,255, a median age of 40.4, a median household income of $47,463, a median home value of $106,900. U.S. Census Bureau
