US Banknotes

Congratulations on winning! However, a 2003 A US $2 bill isn't rare, just not commonly seen in circulation. In average condition it's only worth face value. If it's crisp and uncirculated it might retail for all of 25¢ more.

The exact date a US bill was printed can only be determined by comparing a bill's serial number with those on the list at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. However, the range of years in which a bill might have been printed can be estimated by the year and series letter (or symbol) printed on each bill.

For example, a $1 Silver Certificate bearing the series 1957 would have been printed between 1957 and 1960. A star after the serial number indicates the notes were printed to replace a series of bills that were unusable for some reason. Changes in letters of series indicate a change in the Secretary of the Treasury or US Treasurer whose signatures appear on each bill. Bills dated 1957A would have been printed between 1961 and 1962 (Treasurer Elizabeth Smith), and bills dated 1957B would have been printed in 1963 (Treasurer Kathryn Granahan). These were the last one dollar silver certificates.

Since 1974, the series date is changed to reflect a change in Secretary of Treasury, and the series letter to indicate a change in the US Treasurer.

The value of a Series 1976 $2 bill generally depends on its condition and whether it has a unique serial number. In circulation, these bills are typically worth their face value of $2, but uncirculated bills or those with rare serial numbers can sell for a premium, often ranging from $4 to $10 or more. Collectors may pay higher amounts depending on demand and specific features. Always check with a currency dealer or collector for the most accurate valuation.

Because of their age 1953 US $2 bills are essentially never found in circulation anymore, You'd have to purchase one from a collector or dealer. In any case they're not very expensive, with retail prices for circulated ones ranging from $3 to $6 depending on condition and series letter.

Remember, ALL 1953 $2 bills were printed as red-seal United States Notes and the motto In God We Trust didn't appear on $2 bills until 1963, so there are no other varieties.

The front of the US $100 bill shows a picture of Benjamin Franklin. He was a Founding Father, scientist, philosopher, diplomat, and essayist but never served as President.

The value of uncirculated 1985 U.S. $1 bills typically ranges from $1.25 to $3, depending on their condition and any unique features, such as a star note or specific serial numbers. Generally, uncirculated bills are worth a premium over face value, but the $1 bill is not highly sought after compared to higher denominations. Collectors may pay more for specific varieties or notes in pristine condition. Always check with a currency collector or appraiser for the most accurate valuation.

While some argue that it would be a reasonable denomination to have, the US has never printed a $200 bill.

In 1969 President Nixon suspended distribution of all bills higher than $100. Since that time there have been occasional calls to print new higher-denomination bills but both Congress and the Treasury have resisted, citing concerns about the use of high-value currency by criminals and terrorists. In addition the widespread use of electronic payments makes it unlikely new denominations will be needed.

Similarly, very few other countries print high-value bills. The EU is one major exception with both €200 and €500 bills but they're rarely used in ordinary commerce.

Regardless of the bill's condition, it's important to determine whether you really have a silver certificate. It's very unlikely; the last $2 silver certificates were dated 1899. With one exception all $2 bills since then have been issued as either United States Notes or Federal Reserve Notes. The note's type is shown clearly in the banner across the top front.

That said, the majority of $2 bills printed in the last hundred years aren't hugely valuable. However some can retail for as much as several hundred dollars in top condition.

For a better estimate of your bill's value, find its date and what letter if any is next to the date. Most $2 bill values are already posted on this site so look for questions like "What is the value of a 1953 A US 2 dollar bill?", of course using the date and letter (if any) of your particular bill.

The largest denomination currently in circulation is for $100. There used to be larger notes, up to $10,000 (the $100,000 was for government use only), but they have all long since been withdrawn.

It's not clear what you're referring to. If "J" is the Federal Reserve District letter shown on the bill, the answer is no. It simply means the bill was distributed by the Kansas City, MO district. (Note that the letter doesn't indicate where the bill was actually printed, though - regardless of the distributing district, all bills are actually printed in either Washington or Fort Worth.)

It will be worth one dollar. The serial numbers really do not have an affect on value. There may be collectors that would find it of interest, but they are not likely to pay much for it.

No dollar bills are minted in the US. The Mint only makes coins. Bills are printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.

The highest denomination bill currently issued is $100.

Until 1945 the largest bill printed for circulation was $10,000 but these weren't widely used.

In 1934 and 1935 the BEP made special $100,000 bills that were used for transferring money between Federal Reserve banks. These bills were never put into general circulation and most were later destroyed. At least one was saved and is on display in the Smithsonian.

It is , "The All Seeing Eye." That is a symbol of the Free Mason Lodge, a fraternal order to which many of the early patriots (Washington, Franklin, Jefferson, Revere, etc.) belonged. Supposedly it was taken from a story of Ancient Egypt that played out in Masonic ceremonies.

This is a very vague question. Are you asking "how many coins equal $1,000.00 in cash?" Depending on the denomination of coins it can be 1,000 One dollar coins = $1,000.00 or 100,000 One cent coins = $1,000.00 or any combination of cents, nickels, dimes, quarters, half dollars or dollar coins.

A star next to the serial number on any US bill means that the original note with that number was damaged in printing, and the star note is the replacement.

Assuming you're referring to a bill printed after 1928, there are very few fakes because the bill's value is too low to make counterfeiting it worthwhile.

Neither $1 nor $2 bills incorporate modern security features like watermarks or color strips, though. If you're really uncertain about a particular bill, about all you can do is:

(1) Look at the paper to see if it contains tiny blue and red threads. These are added to the paper and are very difficult to replicate in a fake.

(2) Examine Jefferson's image. It should be sharp and the lines should be crisp and regular.

(3) Check the "teeth" in the seal or seals on the bill's front. They also should be sharp and evenly-spaced.

What is the value of a us blue ink 2 dollar certificate

about 500

$1: George Washington

$2: Thomas Jefferson

$5: Abraham Lincoln

$10: Alexander Hamilton

$20: Andrew Jackson

$50: Ulysses S. Grant

$100: Benjamin Franklin

All 1928-series US $2 bills were printed as United States Notes which had red seals rather than yellow seals. It's possible that your bill's color has been affected by age or exposure to chemicals.

If your 1928 G bill were undamaged its approximate retail value as of 01/2015 would be about 5 to 10 dollars in average circulated condition, and $25 if uncirculated. However if the bill has been damaged its value would be correspondingly less.