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2021 $5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | 2021 | $9.95 | $11.99 - $12.99 | $15.50 | Find SalesView |
Binary 63333633 Fr. 2189-B $100 2017A Federal Reserve Note.
What are Binary Pattern?
Bills with serial numbers using only two different digits (e.g., 40400040). These notes are highly valued for their simplified numerical pattern, creating a visually striking appearance that immediately catches the eye. The mathematical rarity of encountering such limited-digit combinations in random production makes them scarce and desirable.
Value Chart By Note Denomination & Series
| Deno. | Series | Circulated | Uncirculated | Premium | Check Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | 2021 | - | $25.51 | - | Find SalesView |
Six of a Kind $10 1928A Federal Reserve Note.
What are 6 of a Kind Pattern?
Bills with serial numbers containing six identical digits that are not necessarily consecutive (e.g., 77777756, 45666666). These notes command significant premiums due to their visual impact and mathematical rarity.
Value Chart By Note Denomination & Series
| Deno. | Series | Circulated | Uncirculated | Premium | Check Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | 2021 | - | $9.99 | - | Find SalesView |
I received a 2021 $5 star note as change without a crease and serial number QF00077743*. What’s it possibly worth being that it’s in an uncirculated condition?
Hi Michael,
Great catch! Here’s how your 2021 $5 star note breaks down:
1 Rarity of the run
2 Fancy-number appeal
3 Is it really Uncirculated? Quick 60-second check
One true fold = no longer “Uncirculated,” even if it still looks crisp.
4 Current retail price range (raw notes)
*Prices reflect eBay sold/asking figures from May-June 2025; dealer offers run 20-30 % lower.
Because your note is a short-run star and may grade Gem, the realistic retail window is about $30-40 today; add a few dollars if a buyer really wants the “000777” pattern.
5 Maximizing value
Bottom line:
Verify you’ve got a true fold-free Gem. If you do, expect roughly $35 ± 5 in today’s market; if a hidden crease shows up, think $20-25. Either way, it’s worth more than lunch money—nice catch!
I have a 2021 $5.00 bill has a reddish tint to most of bill.K11 serial number QK15742362A.
Is this normal?
Hi Cynthia—great question!
Modern $5 bills are supposed to look a little “rosier” than older ones, but only up to a point. Here’s how to decide whether the reddish cast on your Series 2021 note is normal or something unusual—and what that means for value.
1. What a normal 2021 $5 should look like
Built‑in color: All $5s printed since 2008 have a light‑purple center that fades to gray, plus a purple Great Seal and a big purple “5” on the back.
Paper fibers: Genuine currency paper contains tiny red and blue fibers, which can make the background look warmer under some light.
District code: “K 11” and prefix QK…A tell us your note came from the Dallas Federal Reserve district—an ordinary, high‑print block with no built‑in collector premium.
If your bill’s color is a soft pink‑purple that fades near the edges and all other design details are crisp, it’s almost certainly just the standard tint—face value only.
2. When red really isn’t normal
How to tell:
Compare it with another fresh 2021 $5 under bright white light. Normal notes should match.
Feel the surface. Raised, tacky ink that follows the design outline suggests a printing error; flat staining points to damage.
Check both sides. Legit ink‑smear errors often bleed through in the same shape; dye or chemical stains look blotchy and irregular.
3. What to do next
Looks normal? Spend or save it—it’s worth $5.
Looks like a printing error? Snap clear front‑and‑back photos and show a reputable currency dealer, or submit it to PMG/PCGS for grading. Certified dramatic errors can fetch low‑to‑mid hundreds even on $5 notes.
Looks stained/damaged? Any bank will exchange it 1:1 if the damage is heavy.
Feel free to post pictures if you’d like a second opinion. Hope this helps you figure out whether your “pink” Lincoln is a keeper or just pocket change!
I have a $5 bill with 5 4’s in the serial #- 2021, series 2021 begins quite ends in A. One note with 5 4’s in serial # has sold for $15. Is it feasible to think mine is- great condition, circulated
Yes, it’s possible that your five-dollar bill with five “4”s in the serial number might sell for a modest premium—often in the $10–$20 range—if you find the right buyer. However, its actual value will depend heavily on its condition, the exact arrangement of digits, and collector demand at the time you sell it.