The Series of 1905 $20 Gold Certificate, famously known as the “Technicolor Note,” is among the most visually striking and sought-after pieces in American numismatics. Boasting intense red and yellow-gold tones, coupled with George Washington’s Continue reading
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Found in a Bible: This 1934 $500 Bill Just Sold at Auction for $20,000
In late 2024, a private collector uncovered a 1934 Federal Reserve $500 bill tucked inside their grandparents’ family Bible—untouched for decades. Printed in 1934, this small-size, green-seal high-denomination note featuring President William McKinley is an Continue reading
Hidden ATM Treasure: Misaligned $10 Bill Withdrawn by Chance Sells for $94,000
What began as a routine withdrawal at an ATM in Ohio turned into a tale of extraordinary fortune when a seemingly ordinary $10 bill revealed itself as a rare misaligned printing error, later fetching a Continue reading
This $2 Bill Was Printed Twice by Accident — And Now It’s a Rarity
A recent discovery of a double-printed $2 bill stunned collectors worldwide—an unintentional minting error that has turned what was once a common note into a rare, high-demand collectible. Found during a routine sort, this double-printed Continue reading
How the 1899 ‘Black Eagle’ $1 Silver Certificate Became the Most Iconic U.S. Bill
Among the most cherished pieces of American currency history, the 1899 ‘Black Eagle’ $1 Silver Certificate stands apart. Revered by collectors and historians alike, it is the only U.S. paper bill to feature two presidents Continue reading
Why the 1928 $100 Gold Certificate Is So Rare — And Why It’s Illegal to Own in Circulation
Issued in 1928, the $100 gold certificate is part of the first small-size gold certificates, replacing large-size notes. These carried a distinctive gold treasury seal and were redeemable for gold. Series 1928 included $10, $20, Continue reading
Why the 1869 $5 Rainbow Note Is the Most Colorful and Collectible U.S. Bill Ever Printed
The 1869 “Rainbow Note” $5 bill, officially designated Series of 1869 Legal Tender Note FR‑64, stands as the most visually stunning piece of American currency ever printed. With its vibrant hues and iconic imagery, this Continue reading
Why the 1886 Martha Washington $1 Note Was the First and Only Bill to Feature a First Lady
In 1886, the U.S. Treasury introduced the Series of 1886 $1 Silver Certificate, marking the first time a real woman—Martha Washington—was depicted on Federal paper currency. Taking center stage on the obverse, this historic note Continue reading
Old $2 Bill from Grandpa Worth $20,000? Discover Rare Serial Numbers, Errors & Values
Many $2 bills lying forgotten in family drawers are far more valuable than their face value—some collectors today pay up to $20,000 for the right note. What transforms a common $2 bill into a collector’s Continue reading
Tucked in a Bible: How a $1,000 Star Note Discovered by Chance Changed Everything
Have you ever come across something ordinary that turned out to be extraordinary? That’s exactly what happened when an old Bible revealed a rare find—a $1,000 star note tucked between its pages. This seemingly small Continue reading