2013 $1 Federal Reserve Notes Values (Star, Fancy SN#, Error & More)

Thank you for the question, Neal. On U.S. notes, the collectible “star note” marker is the star at the end of the serial number, not a small star or mark next to the Federal Reserve district number or seal.

District number 10 corresponds to the Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank. If the star you are seeing is only beside the district number/seal area, it is likely a design/printing mark or small ink artifact rather than a replacement star note by itself. It usually would not add extra value unless it is part of a clear printing error.

If you can upload a clear close-up of that area, plus a full front and back photo of the bill, we’d be happy to take a closer look.

Thanks for the details. The serial number B80473703H is not a major fancy serial number by itself, so the potential value would depend almost entirely on the “diagonal checkerboard” pattern you mentioned.

Without photos, it is hard to tell whether that pattern is a true printing error, ink transfer/offset issue, or something that happened after the bill entered circulation. Many unusual patterns on circulated notes turn out to be post-production marks, staining, or contact transfer, which usually does not add collector value.

If you can upload clear photos of both the front and back, especially close-ups of the pattern, we can take a better look. If it is only a circulated 2013 $1 bill with no confirmed printing error, it is likely worth face value. If the pattern is a genuine BEP printing error, then it could be worth more.

Hi Tiffany,

Thanks for reaching out!

Unless the note is pristine uncirculated or exhibits a printing error, its market value is essentially face value. Even brand-new 2013 $1 bills usually sell for just a small premium on eBay, and selling fees often wipe that out.

Hi Robert,

Thanks for reaching out!

What a “double-stamped” serial digit usually means
On modern $1 Federal Reserve Notes, each digit of the serial number is applied by a mechanical numbering wheel. If a wheel sticks or bounces, one digit can hit the paper twice, creating a bold, slightly offset or shadowed impression. Collectors call this a “doubled serial-digit error.” It’s different from the well-publicized 2013 duplicate-serial star-note mistake; yours sounds like a single-digit overprint error.

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Hi Lori,

Thanks for sharing those fun facts about your bill’s serial number—there’s definitely a neat “number story” there! While it’s not a traditional “fancy” serial that hardcore currency collectors typically look for (like repeating digits or extremely low numbers), the 1949-085-50 combination can still hold personal or novelty value for people who resonate with those dates and references (Bruce Springsteen’s birth year, Florida’s 850 area code, the “countdown” look, etc.). It might appeal to a niche collector or someone who loves unique number themes, even if it doesn’t command a premium in mainstream collector circles. Enjoy your one-of-a-kind find!

Hi Alexander,

Thanks for sharing these three bills and their serial numbers. Based on common fancy serial number categories, here’s my take:

1. $1 Bill (2021, Serial # L09001901B)

   • The serial number only uses the digits 0, 1, and 9, making it a classic “Trinary.”
   • Trinary serials are somewhat interesting and can be worth a bit more than face value, especially in near-uncirculated (UNC) condition. Typically, however, the premium isn’t very high unless there are other special features.

2. $10 Bill (2013, Serial # MF29988889E)

   • Again, only three distinct digits (2, 8, and 9), so this is also a “Trinary.”
   • As with the $1 bill, it might fetch a small premium if it’s in excellent condition, but it usually doesn’t command a significant markup unless there’s something else notable (e.g., a star note or a rare print run).

3. Third Bill ($? from 2013, Serial # G86800044H)

   • The serial number uses four different digits (8, 6, 0, and 4). It doesn’t fit into more popular categories like Binary, Radar, Repeaters, or low serials.
   • Therefore, unless there’s another special feature, it likely carries just face value.

Hope this helps, and happy collecting!

Hi Chris,

Thanks for sharing details about your 2013 K star note (serial K00204514★). From what I’ve found, this note has a print run of 500,000—which is relatively small compared to the larger runs often seen for this series. In the star‐note collecting world, a smaller run can add some desirability, but it doesn’t automatically mean the value will be very high. A lot also depends on market demand, note condition, and any printing errors.

I’ve seen regular circulated examples (without errors) of the same 500,000‐run 2013 K star notes selling around $3 on eBay. Because your note has a miscut (off‐center) print error, it will likely carry a small premium. Generally, minor miscuts on modern $1 bills tend to sell anywhere in the $5 to $20 range, though this can vary significantly based on how dramatic the misalignment is and the overall condition of the note (e.g., folds, creases, stains).

If you’re considering selling, here are a few tips:

1. Check Completed Sales: Look up “2013 $1 star note miscut” on eBay or currency forums for similar examples. Focus on listings with a similar degree of misalignment and condition.
2. Take Clear Photos: Potential buyers will want to see the front and back clearly, especially to confirm the misalignment, edges, corners, and any signs of wear or damage.
3. Adjust for Condition: A note in better shape—or with more dramatic miscut margins—can fetch a higher price.

In short, your note’s relatively small print run plus the miscut error gives it some collectibility, but for circulated pieces, the usual price range is often in the single to low double digits. Feel free to ask if you have more questions!

I hope this helps you understand the potential value of your star note. Good luck with your collection (or sale)!

Thank you for your comment. The video you mentioned claiming a 2013 $1 bill could be worth $150,000 doesn’t align with the information on my site. I’d be interested in seeing this video – could you please share the link so I can take a look? Thanks!

Given that it’s circulated, this note would generally be worth $1 unless it is in uncirculated condition, in which case it might fetch a small premium of about $2 – $5 to collectors, but it’s unlikely to exceed that without unique characteristics.