Star Note Value Chart
Estimated values based on print run rarity and bill condition. Use this as a general guide — actual values depend on market demand.
| Rarity Tier | Run Size | $1 Value | $5 Value | $20 Value | $100 Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extremely Rare | ≤ 160,000 | $10 – $50+ | $50 – $250+ | $200 – $1,000+ | $1,000 – $5,000+ |
| Very Rare | ≤ 320,000 | $5 – $20 | $25 – $100 | $100 – $400 | $500 – $2,000 |
| Rare | ≤ 640,000 | $2 – $10 | $10 – $50 | $40 – $200 | $200 – $1,000 |
| Uncommon | ≤ 1,280,000 | $1.50 – $5 | $7 – $25 | $30 – $100 | $150 – $500 |
| Common | ≤ 3,200,000 | $1 – $2 | $5 – $10 | $20 – $40 | $100 – $200 |
| Abundant | > 3,200,000 | Face value | Face value | Face value | Face value |
Values shown are approximate ranges for uncirculated to lightly circulated notes. Heavily circulated notes from common runs are typically worth face value regardless of star note status.
Factors That Affect Value
- Print run size — The single most important factor. Smaller runs = higher value.
- Condition / Grade — Uncirculated (CU/Gem) notes are worth 2–10x more than circulated.
- Denomination — Higher face values have higher absolute premiums.
- Fancy serial number — A star note with a radar, repeater, or low serial commands a significant bonus. Check yours.
- Consecutive runs — Having multiple consecutive star notes increases per-note value.
- Error combinations — Star notes with printing errors (miscuts, ink errors) are especially valuable.
Where to Check Current Prices
For the most accurate current market prices, check:
- eBay sold listings — Search for your specific denomination, series, and “star note” and filter by “Sold” to see actual sale prices.
- Heritage Auctions archives — Professional auction results for higher-value notes.
- Reddit communities — r/papermoney and r/CurrencyCollecting for peer estimates.