United State $2 Unique Bill: Do you have one tucked away in a drawer or hiding in a collection? These rare ones have gone up for auction and sold for up to $290,000 with collectors. What’s driving that big jump in value? All the specifics: serial number, year of issue, condition, and, of course, printing errors.
Why the \$2 Bill Is So Special
The \$2 bill has always had a unique place in American currency. First issued in 1862, the denomination has the portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the front and the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the back (at least on most of the recent ones). While not technically discontinued, most people think it was, which increases the collectability of old ones.
Factors That Could Make Yours the Treasure
What are some attributes that could capitalize on a \$2 bill’s worth of \$290,000? In that sense, here are some things for you to watch out for:
- Rare serial numbers: Low numbers like 00000001; Numbers having symmetrical patterns like 12344321; Or star notes (indicated by a star at the end of the serial number).
- Issue date: Those from the 1800s or early 1900s that remain uncirculated will fetch hefty sums.
- Errors in printing: Games go abundantly with upside-down seals, cut-off-center notes, or duplicate serial numbers.
- Red seal: From 1928 to 1963, red treasury seal two-dollar bills from older states are surely expensive to collectors.
Recent Sale
A 1928 uncirculated \$2 bill with a very rare serial number was auctioned for close to \$290,000 in a recent sale. Being authenticated and then graded extremely rare gives the bill a lot of clout as far as price is concerned.
How to Determine Its Value
- Compare the serial number of your bill in some collector’s database online.
- Consider the condition: Freshly printed, crisp, and uncirculated bills are more precious.
- Look for special features such as star notes, red seals, or misprints.
- Have it professionally appraised or graded.
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