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They are replacement notes, printed separately from the regular printing process, to replace a damaged note or sheet of notes, typically identified by a star ( ) in the serial number.
While many star notes are actually quite common, they become highly collectible and valuable if they come from a low print run (under 3.2 million, or sometimes under 640,000 for extreme rarity), feature fancy serial numbers (like radars, ladders, or solids), or are part of older series currency.
Explain the difference between a and a repeater serial number. Note: rare_84
A 2021 series $1 star note with a 3.2 million print run is generally considered face value (common), while others, depending on demand and condition, can carry significant premiums. If you are interested in this topic, I can:
Because they are not produced regularly, they are a "rare" treat to find in a standard bank teller strap of $1 bills. They are replacement notes, printed separately from the
Tell you how to check if a star note is from a (using a Star Note Lookup tool).
A highly sought-after variant is the filled star error, where too much ink makes the star look solid, increasing its value to collectors due to the printing defect. A 2021 series $1 star note with a 3
Help you identify the (like Red Seals).