* Portrait of Alexander Hamilton: The face of the $10 bill features a portrait of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Hamilton was a statesman, economist, and Founding Father who served as the first Secretary of the Treasury. He is depicted in profile facing left, wearing a frock coat and a ruffled shirt.
* The word "TEN" on both the left and right sides of the portrait: This indicates the denomination of the bill.
* The Federal Reserve seal/symbol: The Federal Reserve seal is located in the center of the bill above Hamilton's portrait. It consists of an eagle with outstretched wings sitting on a shield that has 50 stars representing the 50 states.
* The serial number: The serial number is printed on the left side of the portrait and consists of a unique combination of letters and numbers.
* The Treasury seal/symbol: The Treasury seal is printed on the right side of the portrait and features an eagle with its wings folded, holding an olive branch in one talon and arrows in the other.
Reverse (Back)
* The United States Treasury Building: The reverse side of the $10 bill features an engraving of the United States Treasury Building, the headquarters of the United States Department of the Treasury. The building is depicted as seen from the front with its Ionic columns and pediment.
* The word "TEN" in large letters on the left and right sides of the Treasury Building: This indicates the denomination of the bill.
* A vignette depicting the signing of the Declaration of Independence: The vignette is located in the center of the bill and shows a scene from the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The figures depicted include Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, and Benjamin Franklin.