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1988 $100 Federal Reserve Notes Values By Grade
About These Price Ranges
The values shown below are for standard notes only, based on actual eBay and Heritage Auctions data.
IMPORTANT: If your note has any special features such as:
Its value could be significantly higher. Check the "Special Features Value Impact" section below to find your note's potential premium value.
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Special Features Value Impact
From modest premiums to jaw-dropping values—discover which special features can transform ordinary bills into prized collectibles. Explore each feature to see detailed price ranges organized by denomination, note type, and series—all based on verified auction and sales data.
$2 1976 Federal Reserve Star Note.
What are Star Note?
Replacement bills indicated by a star symbol at the end of the serial number instead of a letter. Printed to replace defective notes during production, they typically represent less than 1% of notes produced. Their relative scarcity compared to regular notes drives their premium value, especially for star notes from smaller print runs or those with fancy serial numbers, which can command significant collector premiums.
Value Chart By Note Denomination & Series
| Deno. | Series | Circulated | Uncirculated | Premium | Check Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | 1988 | - | $168.00 | $345.00 - $408.02 | Find SalesView |
Came looking to find out how much the 1988 Series A bill in good condition where the printing was vertically misaligned to the point where there is no top border of white but there doesn’t seem to be any info on this…
Hi Brian, here’s how to pin down the value of your 1988‑A $100 with the missing top border.
Because modern $100 FRNs carry so much face value, the premium depends almost entirely on (1) what kind of error it is, (2) how dramatic the error looks, and (3) grade.
1. Identify the exact error type
• Bottom margin is noticeably thick
Choice UNC: $200 – $325
• Top lettering may even be cut off
Gem UNC: $400 – $650
*Ranges reflect real eBay sales & dealer asks for small‑size $100s in similar series / grades (1985‑1996). A heavily circulated piece (EF/VF or lower) brings the bottom of the range; Gem PMG/PCGS‑graded notes hit the high end.
2. Grade & eye‑appeal
Uncirculated (CU 63‑65) – crisp paper, no folds; commands the full premium.
Extra Fine (XF 40‑45) – one or two light folds; deduct ~30‑40 %.
Very Fine (VF 20‑30) – several folds; premium falls to ~15‑20 % over face.
Smudges, stains, handwriting, or teller stamps reduce value further.
3. Severity matters
Collectors pay more when:
The design reaches (or breaks) the edge on two sides.
Seals or serials are visibly clipped or floating far from their normal position.
Both faces show the same dramatic shift (proves a printing error, not just mis‑cut).
Compare yours with the photos of other off‑center $100s now on the market – a circulated 1996 note with no top margin and huge lower border recently listed around $135 – $150, while a Gem‑65 1985 misalignment brought $650
Very helpful. Now I’m wondering who should I have grade my currency.
Thank you so much for the kind words—your feedback means a lot to our whole team, and it motivates us to keep making the site even more useful and user-friendly.
When it comes to getting a 1988 $100 Federal Reserve Note professionally graded, collectors and dealers in the U.S. generally rely on two leading third-party services:
*Fees shown are ballpark figures for single-note submissions; always confirm current pricing and specials on the companies’ official sites.
Is grading worth it for your note?
Assess raw condition first
If your note truly appears crisp, perfectly centered, and free of handling, it could grade Gem Uncirculated 65 or better—those grades carry the biggest premiums.
Estimate potential value vs. grading cost
Average circulated 1988 $100s often trade close to face value + a small premium; grading would be an unnecessary expense.
Crisp Uncirculated (CU) notes can bring $130–$175 raw; a certified Gem could sell for $200–$350, sometimes more if perfectly centered or with a fancy serial number. Compare that potential upside to fees and shipping (usually $40–$70 total, including insurance).
Consider market appeal
Buyers on eBay, Heritage, or GreatCollections routinely pay 15–30 % more for certified CU notes because they can trust the holdered grade. For ultra-gem notes, certification may unlock an even larger premium—and helps protect your note during future sales.
Practical next steps
Pre-screen your note under bright, diffuse light (and ideally with 5-10× magnification) to be sure there are no hidden folds, bends, or erasures.
Choose your service (PMG or PCGS Banknote) and membership option. If you have only one or two notes, using an authorized dealer or submission center can save you the annual membership fee.
Package carefully in a mylar currency sleeve and rigid cardboard, and follow the service’s shipping instructions to maintain insurance coverage.
Track your turnaround—economy tiers generally take 4–8 weeks door-to-door; faster tiers are available at higher cost.
Whenever you decide, good luck—and thanks again for helping us make the site better for everyone!