In an era where misinformation spreads like wildfire, conspiracy theories can capture public imagination with alarming ease. One of the more peculiar theories suggests that a person’s Social Security Number (SSN) indicates which bank they were sold to at birth. Rooted in a murky mixture of historical fact, legal jargon, and pseudoscientific claims, this theory represents a fascinating blend of financial conspiracies and governmental mistrust. This article explores the origins of this theory, the historical context surrounding Social Security numbers, and the dubious claims that have arisen from it.