Friday, March 30, 2007

Dolla Dolla Bill Y'all

Do you have a bill and want to know its value? Leave a comment/question and I will do my best to find out the price and history for you.

Whew! I've been flooded with currency question over the past month. It is a good thing because it shows people are collecting. I understand that it is harder these days to find older or unique coins which is why notes are getting more popular.

This Small-Size Currency book is the best book for looking up modern currency prices although the values listed are slightly high. A modern note is any small size from 1928 until now.

As for where to sell your newly found bills, hmmm that is more difficult. If you don't know a good coin dealer then I suggest eBay or join a coin forum.

For most circulated notes you can expect to get $2.00 over the face value.
In crisp-uncirculated expect double face value.

Here are some notes to look out for...
Bill: $1 1935A serial #M-A (only two notes are known, but hey you never know)
Value: $8,250.00 in CH-CU($250.00 increase since 2008)

Bill: $5 1928D serial #F-A
Value: $6,000.00 in CH-CU($1,000.00 increase since 2008)

Bill: $100 1981 serial #E-*
Value: $3,000.00 in CH-CU

Other notes like $1 1988A Web-Fed Press Printings average $50.00. These were made with a special machine for a short run. They are by there serial numbers and are semi-rare.

Keep up with the questions and if find any special notes then I'll post them also. Recently I found a $1 1969C #F-B which is not worth anything more than $1.00 in circulated condition.
I also found a $20 bill from 2004 that has four zeros making it worth $22.50, not much but still cool.

Do you have a bill and want to know its value? Leave a comment/question and I will do my best to find out the price and history for you.

327 dollars worth, for Comments/Questions click here.:

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Unknown said...

I have a set of 3 1983/84 US Olympic proof coins -- 1983-S $1, 1984-S $1, 1984-W $10. According to the PCGS price guide, the set is worth $400. But individually, the prices vary widely.

PCGS #9607, the 1983-S $1 Olympic, for example:
Grade 69 ==> $45
Grade 70 ==> $5000!

These are proof sets, so how can they vary? And do I really need to send in proof sets of commemoratives like this for grading?

Thanks SO MUCH for your help!

--goneflyin

Man said...

In PF-67 which is the most common grade for these types the prices for 1983/84 US Olympic proof coins
1983-S $1 is about $13
1984-S $1 is about $13
1984-W $10 is about $260

Unless yours are graded assume the lower grade of PF-67.

Grade 69 ==> $45
Grade 70 ==> $5000!

The reason for the price difference is that they base prices on how many coins were submitted. Out of 1000 PCGS coins submitted only 1 or 2 made the 70 grade so the price is based on that.
In real life cut the PCGS price by half, although the cheapest I've seen a PF-70 1983-S is $3200.

And do I really need to send in proof sets of commemoratives like this for grading?

Get a grading book for these coins and look carefully to see if the seem like PF-68 or better. If not then it is not worth it to send them.

T.C. said...

I have an 8R.Z.1882.J.S.10D.20G. Mexican Libertad coin. I was wondering of it's value if it's genuine.

Thanks in Advance.

Man said...

8R.Z.1882.J.S.10D.20G. Mexican Libertad coin

These coins are real and in silver, but there are many fakes.

Mexican 8 Reales generally in extra-fine are $20.00. There many sub-varieties plus condition may triple the price.

Fakes are coated in silver and more or less worthless. Fakes are hard to spot.

Anonymous said...

Hi!
I bought a $20 bill out of my register today, thinking it might be worth something. It's a 1928 A series Federal Reserve note. It has a big 3 on it and says Bank of Philadelphia "Redeemable in gold". The serial is C05245893A. It's still it pretty good shape, considering that it has been in circulation. Is it worth anything?

Man said...

$20 1928A, C05245893A

In good about $30.00.
Good is described by having tears, dirty, stains, and/or ink marks. Also no crispness and many folds.

In very fine about $100.00.
Very fine is described by having some crispness and 4 or 5 heavy folds. No tears, dirt, stains, and/or ink marks.

Yours is most likely somewhere in the middle.

Congrats that is a good find.

Anonymous said...

How about those 2 dollar bill?

Anonymous said...

HI,

I have a $10 bill from series 1999 with a star at the end of the serial number. In the top left corner it says F6 and the bottom left it has C2

-and the serial number is BF17070888 *

Do you know how much it is worth? It is in a circulated state.

Man said...

How about those 2 dollar bill?

They will always fetch a premium but very few are worth more then $6.00.

$10 bill 1999 F17070888 * circulated state

It should be BF17070888* and if so then it is about $11.00 mostly because of the condition.

If the serial number is correct the year must be wrong so I need the right year.
If the year is correct and the serial is correct you may have an error.

Chrys said...

I have a few US trade dollars that I bought in Laos for a bargain hoping they'd fetch a good price but I am not really sure if they are even valuable. Anyway, do you have any information, links that you can refer me to get more information.One is dated 1878, with an eagle at the back and it says "S" , probably SanFrancisco. I assumed that's where it was minted or something.

Man said...

US trade dollar 1878-S

It was minted San Francisco and in fine condition it is worth $140.00.

4,162,000 were minted. As long as there are no chop marks the price should be the same.

At CoinFacts.com you get a ton of good information. This is just a small part of silver dollar market. For better info get a book especially for trade dollars but if I found a good site I'll put it up.

Chrys said...

Thanks MAN, I think this particular coin (1878-S, US Trade Dollar) I would consider between Very-Good and Good if they are indeed real. I still have to establish that fact.

Man said...

Lots of Chinese cast fakes exist. Most are easy to notice because the are blurry and contain bubbles and sand pits. Some are real good fakes but the weight often gives it away.

Chrys said...

Yes true, I must weigh mine. Apparently about 90% of US Trade Dollars that are sold on ebay are fakes. A genuine trade dollar must weigh at least 27grams.

Anonymous said...

Hello, I would like to know how much a 1963 5$ bill with red lettering is worth?

Man said...

1963 5$ bill red seal

In very fine it would be about $12.00.

Anonymous said...

I have one 1950D US$10 bill that I actually want to sell. It's in nearly perfect condition (only two dog ears).

I already asked my bank whether it's real, because it's in such good condition considering it's age, and they confirmed it's legit (water stamp, colored spots, no in god we trust).

New York Seal.

Can you please tell me how much I can ask for that? Thank you so much...

knopf

Man said...

1950D $10 bill New York

In the condition you described it would be EF-AU (extremely fine-about uncirculated).

New York is the most common, Dallas and Cleveland are the least common. That NY series runs on average about $17.00 in the condition you described.

If the two folds weren't there it would be $22.50.

Currently on eBay those bills sell for $15.00. Which is good since they are uncertified.

Anonymous said...

I pulled a 1883 Liberty Nickle out of a 2 dollar nickle roll the other day, it is black like it went through a fire or something, however, every detail is there, her individual hairs, "Liberty" on her band it looks great except for the color, what is the value? thanks.

Man said...

1883 Liberty Nickel

First do NOT clean it the blackness proves it is genuine.

Second there are 2 types I'll list both in extremely-fine values.

1883 without the word CENTS on the reverse is worth about $12.00.

1883 with the word CENTS on the reverse is worth about $80.00.

Great find.

Anonymous said...

1883 without the word CENTS on the reverse is worth about $12.00.

1883 with the word CENTS on the reverse is worth about $80.00.

I am thrilled! I wonder if I can get it professionally cleaned??

Anonymous said...

Oh, it has no "CENTS" BTW but just as well, I am not selling it!
it really looks brand new, just covered with carbon.. I really like these change machines folks dump their change into... they done look at it closely and then the coin place machine rolls it up! all for us to find! (I found a 1899 indian head penny in a $25 box of pennys I got from the bank!)

I think I will get a $100 box of Nickels next!

Thanks

Man said...

I am thrilled! I wonder if I can get it professionally cleaned??

You probably could but I would advise against it. Although it looks unappealing many "black beauties" are graded MS-60 and higher. Once they are cleaned they can not get graded.

The value comes with the details and cleaning it will take off the black and the surface details.

Nickels often turn black so it is known in coin community.

Good luck keep searching.

Unknown said...

Hi, I have a few $50.00 bills, 1950D and 1969, and a 1974 $100.00 bill. Can you please tell me if they are worth more than their value.

Man said...

I'll give value in crisp-uncirculated but to be accurate I would need the serial numbers.

$50.00 bills
1950D about $75.00
1969 about $75.00

$100.00 bill
1974 about $125.00

Again only with serial numbers and condition can I give you a more accurate value, but these bills are fairly common.

Anonymous said...

How much is a 1950 $100 Bill valued at? , (no stars in serial number).
Thanks for this blog and your help!
Cathy

Man said...

1950 $100 Bill

In crisp-uncirculated about $200.00.

Riss said...

Hi, my boyfriend bought $100 worth of star dollar bills, consecutively numbered from F11261901* to F11262000*. They're just about mint condition, as they've been through the bank, then sent to the store. They're series 2003 A. Not sure what other info you might need...

I'd be glad to send you a scan :)

Thanks in advance,
--Riss

Man said...

$100 worth of star dollar bills, consecutively numbered from F11261901* to F11262000*. They're just about mint condition...series 2003 A

No scans needed.

Very nice purchase for one reason in particular they are called birthday note. This is a novelty listing because they can form 11-26-1986 or Nov. 11, 1986.

Although they are not the key date run they should be worth at least $5.00 each. Grand total about $500.00.

If sold to the right collector or coin shop they might pay extra for the novelty serial number. This collector has a site that sells similar notes check out the prices he also buys them in bricks. LINK .
He may buy them for less as that serial number is more common.

rlawoo said...

hello
i have a United States five dollar bill from the 1963 series and with red labeling that says has (A 03835718 A) i want to know how much it is worth today in american money and its in pretty good condition but it has a few wrinkles.
thnakyou,

Man said...

United States five dollar bill from the 1963 series and with red labeling that says has (A 03835718 A)

The condition you described is at least a very-fine it is about $12.00.

LeLu said...

I have a 1950 E series $100 star note printed in SF and in uncirculated condition with no stains, folds or dirt that is still crisp. the serial # is L01072117* My 2007 currency price guide doesn't even list star notes for that year and only shows notes being printed in three mints. What is the value on this note?

Man said...

1950 E series $100 star note printed in SF and in uncirculated condition with no stains, folds or dirt that is still crisp. the serial # is L01072117*

Money is only printed in Washington DC and Fort Worth, Texas.

The cities are the district seal for the federal bank there are 12 of them in all. For the 1950E only 3 Federal Reserve Districts issued – New York, Chicago and San Francisco.

A $100 1950E L01072117* has a book value of $3,500.00 in CH-CU.
This is a very good note only 144,000 were made and last I saw in real life one that was certified sold for $2,000.00 that was about 7 tears ago.

Great bill.

Anonymous said...

I HAVE A ONE DOLLAR BILL 1963 A HENRY H. FOWER THAT DOES NOT HAVE A SERIAL NUMBER OR A SEAL. MY GRANDFATHER GOT THIS BILL ABOUT 1964? DO YOU KNOW THE VALUE?

Man said...

ONE DOLLAR BILL 1963 A HENRY H. FOWER THAT DOES NOT HAVE A SERIAL NUMBER OR A SEAL

This is a missing overprint error. In fine it is worth about $100.00.
In crisp-uncirculated it may be worth $250.00.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1950 $5 bill that is a star note. It is series B, and has a serial number of G12555565. It is in fair condition (no tears, but folded a few times over).

Anonymous said...

I have 18 2004 series A ten dollar bills. They have never been circulated and are mint with consecutive serial numbers. GD00045827A through GD00045844A. These bills are from when the fed decided to change the ten dollar bills, are they worth anything more than face value?

Anonymous said...

Hello


I have a :1928-A: one dollar (silver dollar paper bill) condition is good. Any idea of its possible worth?


Jim

Man said...

1950 $5 bill that is a star note. It is series B, and has a serial number of G12555565. It is in fair condition
This bill is about $15.00.

18 2004 series A ten dollar bills...serial numbers. GD00045827A through GD00045844A.
These bills are about $10.00 each it is too soon for a real increase in value but the leading zeros will eventually bring a small premium.


1928-A: one dollar (silver dollar paper bill) condition is good.
I really need a serial number because some are worth $12.00 while others are worth $400.00 in that grade.
There are ten varieties only with a serial number can i give an accurate value it is a great bill either way.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1950 $100 bill series E Chicago Illinois. Is this worth anything? I see some people talk about stars but I dont think this one has a star. Where would I look. It says it is a Federal Reserve note

Man said...

1950 $100 bill series E Chicago Illinois.

The star would be in the serial number. In the next example the first is a star note the second is not.
Example: L01072117*, A03835718A

Your bill would be about $175.00 in very fine it is one of the more sought after notes because of it's low printing.

carol said...

I have a 1995 $1.00 bill that is in perfect condition, it has no folds or creases. The Federal Reserve note is BELOW the serial number. Is there any value to it? If so, how much?

Man said...

1995 $1.00 bill that is in perfect condition, it has no folds or creases. The Federal Reserve note is BELOW the serial number.

I don't know what you mean when you say "The Federal Reserve note is BELOW" but any serial number misalignment is worth at least $100.00.

Try to scan an image and drop a link because if if you plan to sell it any Error Buyer would want to see an image.

Anonymous said...

I think your blog is great! And now I have a little problem... although I suppose it's a good problem to have!

An older member of my family has recently been put into a care facility. This person is from the depression era and stashed money. Nobody knew about this until recently when going through their belongings. We have found about 1000 pieces of currency in $100s, $50s, very few smaller bills. This is all this person has, and we plan on placing it in a bank for their continued care. BUT FIRST... Much of this is crisp new bills, The dates I've seen most frequently are 1985, 1981, 1977 a few 1950s and 1969s - probably more of those older dates, but haven't looked that closely at everything yet. What I would like to do is go through and determine if there's anything valuable, sell it, and increase the base value of the money. What is the best method of proceding? It seems overwhelming. Maybe catalog everything in a spreadsheet first? Help me please...

THANKS!

Man said...

A spreadsheet is the best way. It will help with local dealers, insurance companies or if you want to email it.

Any future buyer would want to know the following...

Bill
Year
Series
Serial Number
Condition

For example:
$100
1950

G04123000A
Very-fine

$100
1950
E
G14123000A
Crisp-uncirculated

The first(1950) is about $125.00
the second(1950E) is about $500.00

I can help if you have an email address, you can get a free Gmail because it can support spreadsheets
and I can send you back the estimated value without having to download anything.

Anonymous said...

OK... I'll start on the spreadsheet then, with the information you've identified. It might take me a little while, but I'll get back to you when I'm done.

Thanks!

Anonymous said...

I have a series 1935A U.S. 1 dollar silver certificate, number N94234537B, not in the greatest condition. Does it have any value beyond the face value.

Thanks
-Jackie in Canada

Man said...

1935A U.S. 1 dollar silver certificate, number N94234537B

This one has 2 varieties...
If the back number is 930 or higher it is about $75.00.

If the back number is 426-929 it is about $6.00.

The back plate used to print the design was changed towards the end of printing so it is rarer.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1950 (a small "A" underneath the year) $5 silver certificate with only one fold in the middle. It looks so new I don't know if it is genuine. Serial Number D 91213574 A. Is this even worth the $5 I traded it for out of the register?

Man said...

1950 (a small "A" underneath the year) $5 silver certificate with only one fold in the middle. It looks so new I don't know if it is genuine. Serial Number D 91213574 A.

It sounds choice crisp-uncirculated which is great making it worth about $25.00.
The last bill of that series was D99360000A meaning yours is close to the end of the run and that is why it is so new looking.

Nice find.

Anonymous said...

I have a $100.00 US bill from 1950 D series
serial # G13718461A Washington D.C.
it's in good cond but was circulated. Is it worth anything above face value? Tahnk you

Man said...

$100.00 US bill from 1950 D series
serial # G13718461A

About $110.00, it is a common series.

Unknown said...

I have a $5 dollar bill with red markings and the following information

Series 1963
Serial Number *02863067A
Condition: fine - no tears, a little crisp and 2 major folds.

Can you tell me if this is worth anything?

Man said...

$5 dollar bill with red markings and the following information

Series 1963
Serial Number *02863067A
Condition: fine - no tears, a little crisp and 2 major folds.


One of the last red seal notes.
In that condition about $20.00 maybe less if the folds wore out some ink.

Anonymous said...

Hey i have a ten dollar bill star note. cereal number reads bf16112310* 1999 series is it worth anything?

Man said...

ten dollar bill star note. cereal number reads bf16112310* 1999

About $15.00 in crisp-uncirculated.

Anonymous said...

Great website!

We have a $10 bill, 1934, serial number A76300962A, Boston, signed by Henry Morgenthau, Jr. as Secretary and W.A. Julian as Treasurer.

There is also a small F114 on the lower right hand side of the bill, with another F in the upper left corner. There are also four 1's that appear, two on the left and two on the right side of the bill.

Can you tell us what this means?

Thanks!

Man said...

Thanks I only wish I had enough time to write more.

$10 bill, 1934, serial number A76300962A, Boston, signed by Henry Morgenthau, Jr. as Secretary and W.A. Julian as Treasurer.

It should be a 1934-A note worth about $11.00

There is also a small F114 on the lower right hand side of the bill,

This is the Face Plate Number which is the number used to tell which specific plate printed this specific bill.

with another F in the upper left corner.

This is the plate position, where that specific bill was before it was cut from a larger sheet.

There are also four 1's that appear, two on the left and two on the right side of the bill.

It is the district number it identifies which federal bank distributed the note. In this case Boston, MA.

Anonymous said...

My husband came across a $50.00 bill 1996 series that has a blue seal on it. We were wanting to know the history on the bill and possibly the value. We have searched through the internet and found nothing anywhere that provides information the bill. We hope you might have some insight into this odd bill. Sincerely The Powells

Man said...

$50.00 bill 1996 series that has a blue seal on it.

That is because this is not possible unless it was an error.

Insufficient ink may cause this error. But it can also be caused during washing with a bleach like detergent. If it is an error it may be worth a few dollars over face value.

Anonymous said...

i have a 1999 lincol us $5
serial number is BG16886091B
has 3 fold lines in it. the mint seal is a darkish blue ish color as if it is missing the yellow ink,
as with the serial numbers. next on the back the green ink appears to be lighter then other $5 dollar bills also some of the inks from the borders on the front came threw to the back like specs of inks as with the serial numbers, not the numbers themselves but the specs of the blue ink came threw to the back and there is a visible reverse 3 that did make it to the back of the bill in the "bluish' color, i was wondering of its possible values and how many of these possibly made it out, i been searching the net for years looking for one like this one. i found it at a store in 2001, a coin dealer offered me a $100 for it so i was wondering on its apparent values.

Anonymous said...

oh and one more comment on my last post the coin guy said there was like 4-5 errors on that bill but didnt specify what they were

Man said...

1999 us $5
serial number is BG16886091B
with multiple ink error


the mint seal is a darkish blue ish color as if it is missing the yellow ink,as with the serial numbers.
This is an Insufficient Ink error it is not an official error since it is easy to fake and hard to verify. A little acid turns it blue. But yours mat be real.

next on the back the green ink appears to be lighter then other $5 dollar bills also some of the inks from the borders on the front came threw to the back like specs of inks as with the serial numbers, not the numbers themselves but the specs of the blue ink came threw to the back and there is a visible reverse 3 that did make it to the back of the bill in the "bluish' color

This is an Offset Printing error, it is also a sign an Ink Smear error.

All these errors could be explained by a Ink Smear error involving a solvent at the U.S. government end.

But it also can be done in the oven with some vinegar.

If real this would be a Multiple Error note worth about $250.00 if it was certified. To get it certified it would cost about $45.00.

So the guy who offered $100.00 was being fair. I'd hate to pay for certification only to find out it's fake.

Good luck

Anonymous said...

I just ran across a 1950 D series $100.00 bill - serial number G13635326A - it is circulated but in very good condition (the center fold is clear - but the second fold lines are very faint. The bill is crisp and almost feels new. The only problem is the marks the cashier put on it with the test marker to see if it was fake. Is it worth anything more than $100.00?

Man said...

1950 D series $100.00 bill - serial number G13635326A

In that condition about $100.00 the marker stain is the worst part.

Happyhorse said...

Dear Expert:
I have a series of 6 $20 dollar bills in numerical order series of 1934A printed in New York. They have had limited circulation and I believe are in excellent condition. What might these be worth?

Also, I have a series of 15 $20 dollars bills, in numerical order, series 1996, that have not been in circulation—are these worth more than their face value? If not, do you think they will ever be?

Finally, I have a series, in numerical order, of 8 $50 dollar bills series 1996-- that have not been in circulation—are these worth more than their face value? If not, do you think they will ever be?

Thank you for your help.

Sincerely,

LLY

Man said...

6 $20 dollar bills in numerical order series of 1934A printed in New York.

Depends on serial number but they average about $35.00 each in that condition. Of course certain serial numbers are worth much more.

About the other notes you mentioned in perfect condition would be about $5.00 above face value, if your lucky.
It would be around 40 years before you can guarantee a profit from the newer bills and that may not be much over $5.00 face value.
Of course keeping them in perfect condition will help.

Anonymous said...

I have a series 1950-A serial number is A01862579A it has one fold in the center and is relatively clean looks new! I also have a series 1950-D serial number B32578006A this one is a little dirty but not much also one fold in the middle. any idea what they are worth?? my email is ********@netscape.net Thanks!

Man said...

1950-A serial number is A01862579A it has one fold in the center and is relatively clean looks new!

1950-D serial number B32578006A this one is a little dirty but not much also one fold in the middle.



You didn't mention a $1, $5, $10 so I don't know.

Anonymous said...

wow sorry what a dope....I have a series 1950-A $100 bill serial number is A01862579A it has one fold in the center and is relatively clean looks new! I also have a series 1950-D $50 serial number B32578006A this one is a little dirty but not much also one fold in the middle.

Man said...

1950-A $100 bill serial number is A01862579A it has one fold in the center and is relatively clean looks new!
It's about $120.00

1950-D $50 serial number B32578006A this one is a little dirty but not much also one fold in the middle.
It's about $55.00

Both are common.

steven said...

hi
i have a 1950 $100 series e bill it says federal reserve note
and on the seal that it has it says FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA and it has a big L in the middle of the seal, the condition is ok and it also has a fold in the middle, how much can this bill cost and who can i sell it to?

Man said...

1950 $100 series e bill it says federal reserve note
and on the seal that it has it says FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA and it has a big L


In that condition it's about $150.00.

steven said...

hi
i have a 1950 $100 series e bill it says federal reserve note
and on the seal that it has it says FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA and it has a big L in the middle of the seal, the condition is ok and it also has a fold in the middle, how much can this bill cost and who can i sell it to?

----- hi its me again, hey who could buy that bill from me?

Man said...

hi its me again, hey who could buy that bill from me?

If it didn't have a fold any coin dealer would, but they wouldn't for a common year.

Try eBay. If it looks good it may sell well.
The price I listed is the average price you would pay to buy the same bill.
The average coin dealer buys these at $105.00.

Like cars it's always more expensive to buy then sell.

Anonymous said...

Hi, i just came across a $100 dollar bill S/N L 06971108A series 1950 C Bank of San Fransico, Calif. it appears to be in very good condtion,it is very crisp and bright. is it worth more than its face value?

Thanks in advance

Man said...

$100 dollar bill S/N L 06971108A series 1950 C

About $140.00

Unknown said...

Could you give me an estimate on the value of a $1 bill that is in circulation condition, but no rips or tears C01527667*? Thanks

Man said...

$1 bill that is in circulation condition, but no rips or tears C01527667*

Without a year I can't.

Unknown said...

OOPs On that $1 bill year 2001

Man said...

$1 bill year 2001 circulation condition, but no rips or tears C01527667*

About $2.00 this is a common year for star notes.

Unknown said...

Hi, I have a 5 dollar bill that has a red seal and red serial number. It is a 1963 series with serial number A 26105461 A On the top it says United States Note. Also the top left corner of the front has B4 and the bottom right corner of the front has B5. If you flip the bill over to the back the right bottom corner has a 2. Is it worth more than $5? It has one fold in the middle other than that its in good condition.

I also have a 2 dollar bill that is a 1995 series with serial number F 91205539 A On the top left corner of front has A2 and bottom right corner of front has FW A3 if you flip it over to the back the bottom right corner has a 10 Thanks

Unknown said...

We were going thru our piggy bank and came across a 1995 dime. It's hard to describe, but it's got sparkles not shiny . like it was not buffed out ? Anything unique?

Man said...

5 dollar bill that has a red seal and red serial number. It is a 1963 series with serial number A 26105461 A
About $12.00


2 dollar bill that is a 1995 series with serial number F 91205539 A
Only $2.00

1995 dime. It's hard to describe, but it's got sparkles not shiny . like it was not buffed out ? Anything unique?

Doesn't sound like any error I know. Although occasionally the top layer is sheared off slightly leaving an odd rocky-mineral look. This is a very minor error and nothing special.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1950 D $100 bill in very fine to mint condition. It has an A stamp and strange little Q's near the upper right and lower left corners. Is it worth anything?

Anonymous said...

The above 1950 $100 serial #A 03875788A

Anonymous said...

i found a dime that was not stamped on both sides. is that worth anything

Man said...

1950 D $100 bill serial #A03875788A in very fine to mint condition. It has an A stamp and strange little Q's near the upper right and lower left corners.

About $140.00

a dime that was not stamped on both sides.
Not sure what you mean because once one side is stamped the other must be also.
If it was a lamination error the coin would be thinner than usual.

Anonymous said...

Hi, I have a Series 1950 D $100, serial # B22286371A. Condition is crisp with one minor bend, barely noticeable. There are no pen or ink marks on it. Could you tell me if it has any value?

Man said...

1950 D $100, serial # B22286371A. Condition is crisp with one minor bend

It's about $115.00.

Anonymous said...

Hi! I have a 1995 web-fed $1 bill A 79179464 D ... It had 3 light folds, is still crisp, but someone wrote a bit on the front with black ink. Do you know approximately how much its worth ink and all? Thanx :)

Man said...

1995 web-fed $1 bill A 79179464 D ink damage

Well it's possible to remove the ink but you would need a professional.

Given the folds and the ink it would be less then $4.00 not worth having it cleaned since it would then only be $8.00.

Still a nice bill to have.

Anonymous said...

Hi! so glad ur still dishing the info.

100 dollar bill
series 1934
A00314469A
1's in all 4 crnrs
I3 in lower rt crnr
I in upper lft crnr

thought it was a fake because the color and print were so different.

any thoughts?

Man said...

100 dollar bill
series 1934
A00314469A


It's real the colors were different back then.

It's about $120.00.

Anonymous said...

thanks for the quick response
regarding the "weird" colored 100bill.

much appreciated!

wiscojoe said...

I just came across a 1999 $5 bill serial number BE93089225A with the serial numbers and the seal blue instead of green. I am positive that this is a real bill. Any idea what it is worth. Thanks.

Man said...

1999 $5 bill serial number BE93089225A with the serial numbers and the seal blue instead of green.

This is a hard error to authenticate because the sun, soap, or any chemical can cause this.

So most collectors don't put a premium to this error/damage.

It is just $5.00.

Anonymous said...

i have a 1988 A dollar bill, it is smaller than the regular dollar.
Could this be a fake?

Man said...

1988 A dollar bill, it is smaller than the regular dollar.Could this be a fake?

Not always it could have been chemically shrunk or washed or cut badly.

$1 notes are rarely faked but there are some 1988-A bills that are worth hundreds depending on serial number.

Anonymous said...

Hi there, I have a few bills that I'm wondering whether are worth more than face value: $100 1950 series D new york bill in pretty good condition; $100 1977 new york bill in very good condition; $20 1969 series B richmond bill in excellent condition; I also have a few 1981/1985 bills - $100, $50, $20, $10 - are these worth anything? Thanks a lot!

Man said...

$100 1950 series D new york bill in pretty good condition;

About $110.00

$100 1977 new york bill in very good condition;

About $100.00

$20 1969 series B richmond bill in excellent condition;

About $75.00

I also have a few 1981/1985 bills - $100, $50, $20, $10

Except for star notes 1981-1985 had no valuable notes for $5-$100.

Anonymous said...

I have a $100.00 Federal Reserve Note 1977 Series - L -Bank of San Francisco, California. The # 12 appears on the bill 4 times on the front. The serial number is L 22273728A. Since the new 100's have come out, this one looks so very different. Could it be worth more than $100.00? The condition is not perfect, with a center fold and a bottom left corner fold. There are green "smears" on both the right and left sides, at least 1" in on both sides. Seems like the ink ran. Thanks for your insight.

Man said...

$100.00 Federal Reserve Note 1977 ....L 22273728A.....There are green "smears" on both the right and left sides, at least 1" in on both sides. Seems like the ink ran.

1977 is still too modern to make these bills classics but I do agree once you get used to the new notes all the old ones look odd.

The error is called Ink Smear Error but a minor one maybe it would about $110.00.

Anonymous said...

Hi, I have a few $100 bills that I'm wondering whether are worth more than face value:
series 1950 - G03817039A
series 1950C - E07938459A
series 1950C - H03051938A
series 1934 - F01587148A
series 1934 - G00242932A
Thanks a lot!

Man said...

$100 bills in very-fine

1950 - G03817039A about $110.00
1950C - E07938459A about $105.00
1950C - H03051938A about $105.00
1934 - F01587148A about $120.00
1934 - G00242932A about $120.00

Anonymous said...

Thanks! Any advice, where I can sell them?

Man said...

Any advice, where I can sell them?

Just eBay all the notes are very common so they are not top priority for collectors.

Anonymous said...

I have 3 $1 bills that are uncirculated that are still on the printed cardboard and have consecutive numbers. The say Series 1988 A and have serial #s
G22654898M-G22654900M. Are they worth more than a dollar?

Man said...

$1 bills that are uncirculated that are still on the printed cardboard and have consecutive numbers. The say Series 1988 A and have serial #s
G22654898M-G22654900M.


I'm not sure what you mean by "still on the printed cardboard " but they are about $4.00 each in choice-uncirculated.

Anonymous said...

TO The Man>> The bills are attached all together to cardboard, there is a red line on the top edge of each from when they were printed. Where can I sell them?

Man said...

The bills are attached all together to cardboard, there is a red line on the top edge of each from when they were printed. Where can I sell them?

I've never heard of this and it's not listed in any book. I have a feeling these may be damaged or fake.

Either way that year is common so eBay is your best bet. Try and get a several good pictures because anyone interested will not understand the description.

Anonymous said...

Hi! I have a 100 dollars bill, series 1950, serial number G02542241A, 7 in all four corners, E12 in lower right corner, E in upper left corner.
Value?
Thanks!

Man said...

100 dollars bill, series 1950, serial number G02542241A

About $110.00 in very fine.

Anonymous said...

I have a series 1934 c $100 bill what is it worth?

Man said...

1934 c $100 bill

They average $150.00 in very fine.

Anonymous said...

i have a 1966 $100 bill with red seal and a star 00013427 A. its in at least good condition. Not fine.vulidycc

Anonymous said...

yeah sorry i never asks. What is the worth of my cool $100?

Man said...

1966 $100 bill with red seal and a star 00013427 A. its in at least good condition.


In good it's about $225.00.

In very-fine meaning it has some folds light dirt and okay appearance it would be $550.00.

Anonymous said...

Thank you so much for your response, that's really cool.

Where could i go about trading or selling this bill away?

Man said...

Where could i go about trading or selling this bill away?

You may try a local coin shop and expect to get half the amount listed which is typical for dealers.

eBay was the go to place but since they're recent changes and the slowing economy it's difficult.

Join a coin forum like "coin community" or "collectors universe" and you can sell it there or trade it much easier.

You'll need good pictures.

Anonymous said...

I bought a 1928 $50 FRN in extra fine condition from the Cleveland district. I paid $100....did I get a decent buy or did I get ripped off?

Man said...

1928 $50 FRN in extra fine condition from the Cleveland district. I paid $100....did I get a decent buy or did I get ripped off?

It's about $225.00 you did decent. The price you paid is usually for a 1928-A note.

Anonymous said...

I have one $20 bill, 1950D series, #G66184304C. It is almost like new with only a couple of slight creases in it.

Also have one $10 bill. Series 1934 A, #G57018834 A. While it does have some folds in it, the corners and everything else are in really good condition given it's age. Has a stamp for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago on the front.

Are they worth enough to keep or should we just go ahead and use them?

Man said...

$20 bill, 1950D series, #G66184304C. It is almost like new with only a couple of slight creases in it.
About $25.00


Also have one $10 bill. Series 1934 A, #G57018834 A. While it does have some folds in it
About $25.00 this one is known as a Mule Green note if the back number is 584 or lower. It's a keeper. They tend to rise in value faster than regular notes.

Anonymous said...

I have a 10 dollar bill. 1950 D Series. Serial number L07246394D. It has the number 12 in all four corners of the bill. On the left side it has the letter C and on bottom right it has the letter C with the number508 following it. The bill overall is in good condition. a couple folds in it. the seal says Federal Reserve Certificate; Bank of San Francisco. Any ideas?

Man said...

10 dollar bill. 1950 D Series. Serial number L07246394D.

About $12.50

Anonymous said...

I have two Series 1969 $100 bills with consecutive serial numbers J01534267A and J01534268A. There is a H4 on the upper left and a H11 on the lower right. There are no tears or dog ears, and they are fairly crisp (no crinkles). What do you estimate the pair is worth? Thank you for your help.

Man said...

1969 $100 bills with consecutive serial numbers J01534267A and J01534268A

About $120.00 each

branbritt said...

I have a 1950D series 100 bill Federal reserve note bank of Chicago sn G12281487A with one fold also 1953A series 2 dollar bill with red ink sn A51273581A with 2 folds...can you help me out with thier values?

Man said...

1950D series 100 bill Federal reserve note bank of Chicago sn G12281487A with one fold
About $115.00

1953A series 2 dollar bill with red ink sn A51273581A with 2 folds
About $8.00

Anonymous said...

My grandmother gave me two $1 notes that say 1935A on them and also have Hawaii printed on the back. They have consecutive numbers, as well. Are they worth anything?

Man said...

two $1 notes that say 1935A on them and also have Hawaii printed on the back. They have consecutive numbers,

It depends a lot on the serial number and condition but they average about $30.00 each.

These are very collectible, you have a cool grandma.

Anonymous said...

I have four Series 1950 D $100 dollar bills
Serial # L 11557516A
# G 13002604A
# G 10315096A
# L 11557515A
What are these worth? thank you

Man said...

1950 D $100 dollar bills in very fine
# L 11557516A about $115.00
# G 13002604A about $110.00
# G 10315096A about $110.00
# L 11557515A about $115.00

Anonymous said...

I have a 1963A $100 bill from Minneapolis that has a star in the serial number. It is I00091264*. How much should a note like this be worth? It is in very close to uncirculated condition. I love this website!

Man said...

1963A $100 bill from Minneapolis that has a star in the serial number. It is I00091264*. How much should a note like this be worth? It is in very close to uncirculated condition.

About $135.00

Devin said...

I just received a $ 100 bill of the 1950c series in fairly good condition. No folds, and still a little crisp. No IGWT motto. On the front it states "will pay to the bearer on demand one hundred dollars." No star next the serial number.

Man said...

$ 100 bill of the 1950c series in fairly good condition. No folds, and still a little crisp.

About $125.00

Anonymous said...

I have a 1950 A series $100 bill from Boston with a star (A00162334*). It is in very good condition but has 1 fold. I don't see any A series mentioned here. Any ideas? What would it be worth in pristine condition?

Man said...

1950 A series $100 bill from Boston with a star (A00162334*). It is in very good condition but has 1 fold.

About $200.00.

What would it be worth in pristine condition?
About $400.00 in Choice Crisp-Uncirculated.

Anonymous said...

I have 5 consecutively number 1929 $100.00 bills. they are federal reserve bank of cleveland, ohio. (D00267381A-385A) what is the set valued at? they are also uncirculated and in perfect condition.

Man said...

5 consecutively number 1929 $100.00 bills. they are federal reserve bank of cleveland, ohio. (D00267381A-385A)...they are also uncirculated and in perfect condition.

About $4,000.00 for the set but I suggest getting them professionally graded to get the top value.

Anonymous said...

I have two 1934 A $10 federal reserve notes in good condition. wondering if their worth more than 10 bucks each

Man said...

1934 A $10 federal reserve notes in good condition

There are too many varieties I would need a serial number and seal color.
They go from $20 to $10,000 in good.

Anonymous said...

i have a twenty dollar bill with Hawaii printed on it series of also 1934 serial nuumber nearly mint condition and i have a fifty dollar bill series of 1934, the serial number is B06432069A
are these worth anything other than face value?

Man said...

twenty dollar bill with Hawaii printed on it series of also 1934 serial nuumber nearly mint condition
Depends a lot on serial number but at least $7,000.00 but it would need to be graded to get a mint condition certification. Be careful it's not a 1934-A.

fifty dollar bill series of 1934, the serial number is B06432069A
About $60.00

Anonymous said...

the serial number for the hawaii is L69530616A

Man said...

serial number for the hawaii is L69530616A

About $1,200.00 in almost uncirculated
$3,700 for crisp uncirculated, and $7,500 for choice crisp uncirculated.

You should have it graded.

Anonymous said...

i have a blake & CO. 20 dollar gold pice from 1855 in good condition.Dont know if this helps in the value but it says SMV .900

Anonymous said...

i have 5 bicentenial silver dollars from 1976 and 3 silver dollars celebrating the moon landing

Man said...

blake & CO. 20 dollar gold pice from 1855 in good condition.Dont know if this helps in the value but it says SMV .900

These coins are very rare. As far as I know none exist outside exclusive collections. There is no way I can say if yours is real or not you would have to send it to be certified. Understand that fakes exist by the thousands and have a value of $35 or less.

bicentenial silver dollars from 1976
If real silver it's about $4.00 but suspect that is just clad so only $1.00.

silver dollars celebrating the moon landing
I don't know what you mean. What year?

Anonymous said...

a 1934a federal reserve note circulated conditon d56731127a. and a 1950 b federal reserve note d77890844b

Man said...

1934a federal reserve note circulated conditon d56731127a

1950 b federal reserve note d77890844b


Without denominations I can't help.

Anonymous said...

five dollar bill series 1953a serial# B83147667A it has a red stamp. and i have two 1935 silver certificate 1 dollar bills serial#'s are Q49716650F and D00624601J. all are in cerculated condition

Man said...

five dollar bill series 1953a serial# B83147667A it has a red stamp.
About $12.00

1935 silver certificate 1 dollar bills serial#'s are
1935-D Q49716650F about $3.00
1935-D D00624601J about $3.00

Anonymous said...

I have three web-fed dollar bills, crip-like new, in sequential order - are they worth more in order?

Series 1995
A34131630C Plate combination 1 front 9 back
A34131631C Plate combination 1 front 9 back
A34131632C Plate combination 1 front 9 back

I have about 50 web-fed dollar bills in different conditions and years - are they all going up in value or just certain years?

Thanks

Man said...

three web-fed dollar bills, crip-like new,
Series 1995
A34131630C Plate combination 1 front 9 back
A34131631C Plate combination 1 front 9 back
A34131632C Plate combination 1 front 9 back


About $10.00 each.

50 web-fed dollar bills in different conditions and years - are they all going up in value or just certain years?

The 1988-A seen to be the best, the others have not changed much but certain 1988-A are going for hundreds in low grades.

Anonymous said...

I have 6-$100 bills circa 1981a in sequential order, K00114131a-K00114136a. All of them are crisp like new and only 3 have them have a yellow pen mark but no other marks on any of them. Are they worth more than their current value?

Man said...

6-$100 bills circa 1981a in sequential order, K00114131a-K00114136a. All of them are crisp like new and only 3 have them have a yellow pen mark but no other marks on any of them.

About $120.00 for the unmarked ones and just face value for the rest.

Anonymous said...

I have a 1935 A bil. is there any value to it?

Man said...

1935 A bil

Yes, depending on denomination, serial number, back number, and condition.

Anonymous said...

What is the value for a 1799 liberty silver dollar 13 stars?

Man said...

1799 liberty silver dollar 13 stars

In good it's about $850.00.

Anonymous said...

Hello. I have a $100 bill with printing errors. Links to photos below. Would you be so kind as to give me your assessment? Thanks very much.
Smitty

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj353/SmittyIN/front.jpg

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj353/SmittyIN/back.jpg

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry, I failed to note the bill's condition. I am not familiar with any grading system - I can say that it is crisp with no folds - very little circulation.

Man said...

$100 bill with printing errors. Links to photos below.

Great pictures.
It's an Offset Transfer Error about 1/3 and if genuine it's about $175.00 in crisp-uncirculated.

A person would have to look under high magnification to tell if real or some printer fake but it looks good. Fakes have a greenish tint to the white space yours does not.

Anonymous said...

Thanks so much for your help. You have a very interesting blog. I expect I will visit often.
Happy New Year.
Smitty

Anonymous said...

I found a sheet of 16 brand new two dollar bills in my dads collection. They have a green star on the right hand side. They are dated 1976 and are from the Cleveland bank, Are they of any value.?


Rod.

Man said...

sheet of 16 brand new two dollar bills in my dads collection. They have a green star on the right hand side. They are dated 1976 and are from the Cleveland bank

About $125.00 if in original packaging and certificates included it goes up in value by a few bucks.

Anonymous said...

I have five 1963A Series $1 Federal Reserve Notes in sequential order from D16351646A to D16351650A in uncirculated condition. Any value beyond face value? Thanks!

Man said...

five 1963A Series $1 Federal Reserve Notes in sequential order from D16351646A to D16351650A in uncirculated condition

About $2.00 each.

Anonymous said...

I work at a bank and recently came accross a new 100 dollar bill in which the watermark of Benjamin Franklin appears to have closed eyes and a frown. Have you come accross anything like this before?

Man said...

new 100 dollar bill in which the watermark of Benjamin Franklin appears to have closed eyes and a frown.

Sounds like some type of smudge or improper printing. Currently these types of errors have no extra value.

Anonymous said...

Series 1950 D 10 Dollar Bill Serial # G24215314H Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago,Illinois. Does not have "In God We Trust" printed on the back.
On the front, there is an E on the left side and an E258 on the right side of the bill. 1707 printed on the back right lower corner of picture.
Good condition, folded in the center.

Man said...

1950 D 10 Dollar Bill Serial # G24215314H

About $12.50

Anonymous said...

I just got a 1950 D series 100 dollar bill. I have seen you say they are common series, but I figured I would check anyway...

Condition: very fine,one bend in the middle, and slight dog ear bends. feels crisp, no marks or stains.

Serial: E10034958A

There is a M27 on the front side bottom right. A 139 in small print on the back. There is a seal With a letter E in it, that says Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Virginia. There is also 4 Number 5's printed on the front.

Man said...

1950 D series 100 dollar bill. I have seen you say they are common series, but I figured I would check anyway...

Condition: very fine,one bend in the middle, and slight dog ear bends. feels crisp, no marks or stains.

Serial: E10034958A


At most about $105.00.
It's always good to check but yeah they're common and often are found in near perfect condition.

Anonymous said...

i have a 100.00 1950D bill ser#D04381081A federal note bank of cleveland ohio do you know value

Man said...

100.00 1950D bill ser#D04381081A
About $105.00 in fine.

Anonymous said...

8r.Z.1882.J.S.10D.20G. ???? Thenk You.Czech Republik.My name Josef

Man said...

8r.Z.1882.J.S.10D.20G.

This is a Mexican 8 Reales from the mint of Zacatecas it's about $18.00.

Anonymous said...

I was just curious as I reading about the 1999 $5 notes about having blue seals. I had aquired 2 from a bank that I used to work in. They came right from the packs that we counted out. I bought two of them as I thought something wasn't right about them. They had blue seals. I am just wondering if these actually are errors from the mint. What do you think?.

Man said...

1999 $5 notes about having blue seals

Probably some sort of mint error involving solvent which is not a true error if it occurs after printing.
They are now common and most collectors do not like them so they have little or no extra value.
Did this happen at the mint? Yes.
Is this a true error? No.
But that status may change, depends on collectors.

Anonymous said...

My son has a 1934C $10 bill from the Bank of Chicago. It is black and has 1225 on the back right corner. He is wondering how much this is worth?

Man said...

1934C $10 bill from the Bank of Chicago.

About $12.00

Anonymous said...

Hello!
I'm not a collector, was when I was a kid, but I've found a 1950 E series $100 Federal Reserve Note. Serial # E03743311A, Federal Reserve stamp says " Bank of Richmond Virginia" on it.
Would this note have any value above the face value? Condition is well used but reasonably good.

Thank you very much.

Man said...

1950 E series $100 Federal Reserve Note. Serial # E03743311A

This must be a 1950 not a 1950-E the series letter is not in the stamp but under the date.
It' about $120.00

Sean LeClair said...

Hello,

I have a 1950 d series 10 dollar bill out of Chicago. It looks as if the cutter wasn't aligned properly because the right side of the bill has a border about three tines longer than the left side, and the border at the bottom is about two and a half times larger than the top. Is this normal? There is so little info on this bill.
Thanks in advance

Man said...

1950 d series 10 dollar bill out of Chicago. It looks as if the cutter wasn't aligned properly ...

Unless it show a piece of another bill it is just normal. It's about $12.50.

Carina said...

Hi, I have a 1934, A series $100 bill, no stains or tears, some creases. It says H3 in the front bottom right corner, no stars, from Boston, MA. Can you tell me what it might be worth as well as if it's better to try to sell it on ebay or to a coin dealer? Tx!

Man said...

1934, A series $100 bill, no stains or tears, some creases.

If the back number is 112 or less it's about $140.00.

If the back number is 113 or higher it's about $200.00.

It is common enough that eBay maybe your best bet but these day notes have not been selling well.

Anonymous said...

Hi, I have a 1950, B series $100 bill with the number B 08647075 A, from The Federal Reserve of New York. It looks like it is in circulated shape with two small dog ears on the right side and a three creases. The front image looks to be off center slightly to they left with less open space on the left than the right.

Man said...

1950, B series $100 bill with the number B 08647075 A...in circulated shape

About $110.00

Anonymous said...

I have a series 1950 B $100 note with serial #
G 05505483 A in a condition of one crease down the center and two light folds (One on each side of Franklin's bust),still pretty crisp.Any idea on the value?I was guessing around $150

Man said...

1950 B $100 note with serial #
G 05505483 A in a condition of one crease down the center and two light folds


About $115.00 at most these are very common and still considered modern notes.

Anonymous said...

I just received a 1950 $100 bill. There is no letter under the date so I am not sure exactly what else describes it. It is in great condition with no folds or creases. There are no dog ears but it looks like it was circulated. It is from new york with a B on the left of ben franklin. The serial number is B03704733A. Any thoughts?

Man said...

1950 $100 bill. There is no letter under the date so I am not sure exactly what else describes it. It is in great condition with no folds or creases. There are no dog ears but it looks like it was circulated. It is from new york with a B on the left of ben franklin. The serial number is B03704733A

About $115.00 it is fairly common though.

Unknown said...

I have a 1928-a $100.00 dollar bill, it has a fold in the center and looks like it was in circulation, but i would guess it to be in good condition. What do you think the value of this bill is?

Man said...

1928-a $100.00 dollar bill, it has a fold in the center and looks like it was in circulation

About $150.00

Anonymous said...

What is the value of a 1950 series c ten dollar bill in excellent condition s/n E09605391C Thank you

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