> >
> > The penny check felt like scrap paper.
> >
> > But, hey, if it's worth picking a penny off the
> >ground, it's worth cashing a check for a penny,
> >although it certainly wasn't worth a dedicated trip
> >to the bank.
>
> Well, of course, that's where you're wrong. It's *not* worth picking up a penny off the ground, ergo, cashing a one-cent check isn't worth it either. Although I'd probably do it just for the entertainment value myself.
>
> But I wonder if you got ripped off? It's entirely possible the paper and ink the check was made of was actually worth more than a penny. I have a feeling you might have gotten ripped off getting only once cent for it.
>
> -- Dave

You are absolutely right, Dave. I pay big bucks for one cent checks. But they have to be over 100 years old.
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