These bonds have stopped earning interest. Every Series E bond issued in 1943 has passed final maturity (from Jan 1983). Holding them longer adds nothing, so most owners cash them. If you haven't reported the interest yet, it was taxable for the year the bond matured. How to cash them · Taxes
Key facts about 1943 Series E bonds
- 1943 Series E bonds are World War II war bonds.
- A $100 bond issued December 1943 is now worth 5.6 times its $75.00 purchase price.
- It stopped earning interest in Jan 1983 and has been frozen at $399.80 since. Every month it stays uncashed earns nothing.
- It was already worth more than its $100 face value when Treasury's records begin (May 1992).
Value by issue month
| Issue month | $25 bond | $50 bond | $100 bond | $1,000 bond | Status | Final maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1943 | $99.95 | $199.90 | $399.80 | $3,998.00 | Stopped earning | Jan 1983 |
| February 1943 | $99.95 | $199.90 | $399.80 | $3,998.00 | Stopped earning | Feb 1983 |
| March 1943 | $99.95 | $199.90 | $399.80 | $3,998.00 | Stopped earning | Mar 1983 |
| April 1943 | $99.95 | $199.90 | $399.80 | $3,998.00 | Stopped earning | Apr 1983 |
| May 1943 | $100.91 | $201.82 | $403.64 | $4,036.40 | Stopped earning | May 1983 |
| June 1943 | $102.48 | $204.96 | $409.92 | $4,099.20 | Stopped earning | Jun 1983 |
| July 1943 | $102.48 | $204.96 | $409.92 | $4,099.20 | Stopped earning | Jul 1983 |
| August 1943 | $102.48 | $204.96 | $409.92 | $4,099.20 | Stopped earning | Aug 1983 |
| September 1943 | $102.48 | $204.96 | $409.92 | $4,099.20 | Stopped earning | Sep 1983 |
| October 1943 | $102.48 | $204.96 | $409.92 | $4,099.20 | Stopped earning | Oct 1983 |
| November 1943 | $103.48 | $206.96 | $413.92 | $4,139.20 | Stopped earning | Nov 1983 |
| December 1943 | $105.09 | $210.18 | $420.36 | $4,203.60 | Stopped earning | Dec 1983 |
Values as of October 2026. Other face values are proportional: a $200 bond is worth twice the $100 value. Click a month to open it in the calculator.
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Questions about 1943 Series E bonds
How much is a $100 Series E bond from 1943 worth?
As of October 2026, a $100 Series E bond issued in 1943 is worth $399.80 to $420.36, depending on the month it was issued. It cost $75.00 new.
Do 1943 Series E bonds still earn interest?
No. They have all reached final maturity and stopped earning interest.
Is the value before tax?
Yes. Savings bond interest is subject to federal income tax but not state or local income tax.
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