How do I cash torn Savings Bonds with pieces missing?
Friday, July 28th, 2006
Categorized as: Cashing in US Savings Bonds • Lost or stolen US Savings Bonds
I have two series E Savings Bonds which are torn in half. On one the two pieces are taped together and on the other there’s a missing piece that includes the issue date, which I don’t know. I would like to cash them in. What do I need to do?
Tom’s Response
You can redeem the bonds by sending them in with a copy of Public Debt Form 1048, Claim for Lost, Stolen, or Destroyed US Savings Bonds.
Fill out the form as instructed. Include what’s left of the bonds in the envelope when you mail in the form. Check the Payment box of your choice (by check or by direct deposit). You will have to have your signature certified on the form by a bank.
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