Monopoly Money [milesfranklin]
August 17, 2012 Leave a comment
Take a look at the photo – and caption – below, and think long and hard.
I know Monopoly is just a game; but then again, what’s so “SACROSANCT” about the U.S. dollar? Since Monopoly was invented in 1934, not a single “monopoly dollar” has been added to circulation. That is, each 2012 version has the same amount in its “bank” as in 1934. And thus – what do you know? PRICES HAVEN’T CHANGED AT ALL!
That’s right, Baltic Avenue has ALWAYS been $60, and Boardwalk ALWAYS $400. Not to mention – for real estate-focused readers – a “house” or “hotel” on Boardwalk has ALWAYS been $200. Actually, the only “monopoly price” that has increased in 78 years is the “Luxury Tax” – from $75 to $100 – to simplify making change!
