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US Banknotes
US banknotes refer to dollar bills or the legal tender currency in the United States. Printed in the US Treasury, its base denominations include $1, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100.
6,699 Questions
How much is 1927 silver certificate 1 dollar bill worth?
Check that series number again. The US did not print any $1 silver certificates (or any other $1 bill) with a 1927 date.
Who appeared on the US 10000 dollar bill before Salmon P. Chase?
Andrew Jackson is the only other individual to appear on Federally-issued $10,000 bills.
Why did the Treasury make a 1957 series of US 1 dollar silver certificates?
Up till 1974 the standard practice was to change series dates only when a bill underwent a major redesign. Thus it's seemingly odd that 1957 $1 bills carry essentially the same design as bills from the 1935 series. The reason happened behind the scenes:
Rather than being printed one at a time, all US bills are printed in groups on large sheets of paper before being cut into individual bills. Until 1957 the presses used by Bureau of Engraving and Printing could only hold sheets large enough for a group of 18 bills. That year the BEP started phasing in new, more-efficient presses that could produce 32 bills at a time. To keep production runs distinct during the transition period, the 1957 series was used for all $1 bills printed on the new presses while bills produced on the old presses continued to carry a 1935 series date. That unusual situation, which saw simultaneous production of series dated 22 years apart, continued until 1963.
What is the value of a 1963 B US 1 dollar bill?
1963 isn't a rare date for US $1 bills. As of 04/2011 a circulated bill retails for $1.25 to $1.50, while an uncirculated one is about $2.00.
The 1963 series was the first issue of that denomination as Federal Reserve Notes, and huge numbers were printed to replace older silver certificates.
How long does a 5 dollar bill last?
Paper money has an average circulation lifespan of around 7 years.
What color is the US 10 dollar bill?
Modern US $10 notes are red, orange, and yellow on the front, while the back is light orange with a green and black image of the US Treasury.
What is the value of a 1934 A US 10 dollar bill with a green seal?
The green seal indicates your bill is a Federal Reserve Note. Please see the Related Question for more information.
When was in God we trust added to the five dollar bill?
The motto was added to $5 bills beginning with the 1963 series. It had been added to $1 bills in 1957.
Congress passed a law in 1955, at the height (or depth, depending on your views) of Cold War tensions with the Soviet Union, mandating the phrase on US paper currency. It was seen as a way of distinguishing the US from the "godless communists" who at that time threatened western democracies.
The motto first appeared on 2¢ coins in 1864 (during the Civil War) and was gradually added to all denominations after that time. However, it was never put on paper money until the 1955 law was written.
What is the value of a 1955 US 50 dollar bill?
The US never printed any bills dated 1955. Please check your bill again and post a new, separate question.
Do all 1935 E US silver certificates have blue stamps?
Blue ink is characteristic of all 1935 US silver certificates (and most other years as well) except those printed for use in Hawaii and North Africa during WWII.
Note that the term is actually "seal" rather than stamp.
Where is the serial number located on the dollar bill?
It is on the left of George Washington's picture.
CorrectionA quick check of any $1 bill in your wallet will show that every one of them has TWO identical serial numbers; the other one is on the upper right portion of the bill.What is hidden on the back of a US 5 bill?
The reverse of the five-dollar bill has two rectangular strips that are blanked out when viewed in the infrared spectrum.
What is the value of a 1929 US 1 dollar silver certificate?
The US didn't print any $1 bills dated 1929. Please check again and post a new, separate question.
What is the value of a 1944 US 20 dollar bill?
The US didn't print any bills dated 1944. Please check again and post a new, separate question.
Are any US 100 dollar bills worth more than face value?
Very definitely, although you have to go back to earlier dates versus lower-denomination bills that are subject to more use and thus wear out faster.
Dates to look for include 1966 (with red seals); 1950 E in any condition; other 1950-series bills with little wear; 1934 series, again with little wear, and any bills dated 1929 or earlier. Large-size $100 bills dated 1918 and earlier are particularly valuable with prices ranging from several hundred to many thousands of dollars depending on their dates and conditions.
What is the value of a 1957 US 1 dollar bill?
1957 US $1 silver certificates are common among collectors. In circulated condition it has little added value - maybe 50 cents extra. A nice crisp uncirculated one may be worth $3 to $6 or more.
Blue Ink
All silver certificates dated 1928 to 1957 had blue seals and serial numbers. That color was used to distinguish the bills from other bills (Federal Reserve Notes, United States Notes) that were also issued. Today only green-seal Federal Reserve Notes are produced.
Serial Numbers
A bill's serial number is just a counter so including it in a question generally doesn't help to identify it or affect its value. There are collectors who will pay a premium for bills with low or patterned serial numbers; e.g.12345678 or 00000005.
Silver Value
It's no longer possible to redeem silver certificates for silver metal. That practice was ended after the price of silver was deregulated, to prevent people from "gaming" the exchange process by trading bills for metal and vice versa as rates fluctuated.
Silver Certificates were abolished by Congress on June 4, 1963 and all redemption in silver ceased on June 24, 1968. However the bills have never been withdrawn or demonetized so they're still valid legal tender at face value.
How do you tell if a 1985 100 dollar Federal Reserve note is real?
US bills printed before 1990 didn't have a lot of security features on them. You can still look for the following:
- Hold the bill up to a light and look for tiny blue and red fibers embedded in the paper. There won't be a watermark or security strip like newer bills, though.
- The paper will have a substantial feel to it, the same as modern bills.
- The denticles (teeth) on the Federal Reserve Seal will be sharp and uniform.
- The engraving of Franklin's face will be sharply-defined and appear almost 3D if viewed from a slight distance.
Does a 1985 100 dollar Federal Reserve note have a watermark?
No. Watermarks weren't introduced until the "large head" designs were adopted in the 1990s.
What is the value of a 1899 US 1 dollar silver certificate with the signature of Frank White?
Despite its 1899 series date, White's signature means your bill was printed at some point in the 1920s. Please see the question "What is the value of an 1899 US 1 dollar silver certificate?" for more information.
What is the value of a 1918 US 1 dollar Federal Reserve note?
Your bill is most likely a Federal Reserve Bank Note which is somewhat different from a standard Federal Reserve Note. As of 05/2015 approximate retail prices are:
- Circulated: $60 to $125 depending on the bill's condition
- Uncirculated: $150
DISCLAIMER: The values quoted are market averages as of the date shown, but may be different for an individual bill due to variations in quality and other factors. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a bill will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable currency dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on an in-person inspection.
What is the value of a 1953 US 5 dollar silver certificate?
1953 US $5 bills were issued in two types, so it's important to make sure you check your bill. Silver certificates were printed with blue seals and serial numbers and have the words "Silver Certificate" across the top of the bill.
As of 10/2010, they retail for $8-$10 in circulated condition and $18-$20 uncirculated.
In God We Trust
The motto wasn't added to $5 bills until 1963, so it's not an error if you don't see the motto on earlier bills.
Serial Numbers
It's normally not necessary to provide a bill's serial number. Serial numbers are counters and a security feature but rarely affect a bill's value. Some collectors will pay extra for numbers with a special pattern, e.g. 12345678, or low numbers such as 00000015.
What is the value of a 1969 Apollo 11 US 1 dollar bill?
The 1969 Apollo 11 US $1 bill is a commemorative banknote issued to celebrate the moon landing. Its face value is $1, but its collectible value can vary depending on condition and demand. It may be worth more to collectors due to its historical significance.
What are the letters for the 12 Federal Reserve districts?
A / 1 : Boston
B / 2 : New York
C / 3 : Philadelphia
D / 4 : Cleveland
E / 5 : Richmond
F / 6 : Atlanta
G / 7 : Chicago
H / 8 : St. Louis
I / 9 : Minneapolis
J / 10: Kansas City
K / 11: Dallas
L / 12: San Francisco
What is the value of a US 1 dollar bill with blue ink?
Blue ink indicates your bill is a now-obsolete form of paper money called a silver certificate but more information is needed to help value it. For a specific answer enter a question in the large box at the top of the screen using this wording:
What is the value of aIf there's a small letter next to the date, include that in the question; e.g.
What is the value of a 1935 C US 1 dollar silver certificate?Note that the bill's serial number isn't generally helpful in valuing it.
