Error Notes

  • What is a fancy serial number worth?
    Fancy serial numbers can add $5 to several hundred dollars over face value, but the premium depends on the pattern, condition, and denomination.
  • How much is a misprinted dollar bill worth?
    Most misprinted bills are worth $5 to $100, but dramatic errors like missing print or offset backs can bring $100 to $1,000 or more.
  • What is an inverted Jenny stamp worth?
    The Inverted Jenny is one of the world's most famous stamps; a single example can sell for $500,000 to over $1.5 million depending on condition and provenance.
  • How can I tell if a bill has an error?
    Compare your bill to a normal one of the same series and denomination; look for missing print, extra print, misalignment, or folds that create blank areas.
  • What is a binary serial number worth?
    A binary serial number on U.S. paper money (using only 0s and 1s) typically adds a small premium over face value, often $5 to $50 for common notes, but can reach hundreds for high-grade or rare issues.
  • How much is a mismatched serial number worth?
    A mismatched serial number on U.S. currency is an error note where the two serial numbers differ. Values range from $50 to several hundred dollars, depending on condition, denomination, and how dramatic the mismatch is.