Libby McGuire
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The Wild Bill is an example of classic Onion headline format that combines superficially similar elements in order to whimsically satirize public institutions. A believable Wild Bill would need an entirely original design that both honored the intricate work of currency engraving and clearly referenced UNO wild cards. View the original article here: U.S. Treasury Introduces New Wild Bills That Can Be Used For Any Dollar Amount.
Each real U.S. currency design is drawn and engraved using a mixture of modern and traditional methods, and specialized printing techniques protect against counterfeiting. Using the UNO oval shape and colors offered a clear and familiar allusion to the concept of the “wild card”.
Assuming my fictional “role” as the head designer of new U.S. currency, I turned to the recently redesigned $100 bill for inspiration. The Wild Bill similarly features a 3D security ribbon, a color-shifting denomination marker in the bottom right corner, and a saturated color palette that allows the classic UNO wild card elements to shine.