Hands down the most valuable serial number is always serial number 1. It is not uncommon for entire serial number 1 – 100 packs to be saved. Today most low serial number notes are saved either directly at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, at Federal Reserve Banks, or by astute bank tellers and other money handlers. In the old days (pre-1928) low serial number notes were mostly saved as presentation pieces for politicians.
Serial number 00001000 and higher will rarely be worth more than face valueĬurrency with low serial numbers have been noticed and collected since currency was printed. Serial number 00000010 – 00000099, always carry a premium However, this rule does need to be explained:
The more leading zeros you have on a piece currency, the higher the value will be. Low serial numbers are really a lot of fun to see. Low Serial Numbers on Currency – Values and Pricing
