Hidden Treasures: how a forgotten $10 bill could be worth up to $300,000
If you have an old $10 bill, you’re possibly sitting on a fortune. These are the ones potentially worth hundreds of thousands.
We’ve all dug through drawers or old wallets only to find a forgotten bill. But next time, take a closer look—you might be holding a small or even a massive fortune without realizing it. Some vintage $10 bills, once exchanged at their face value, can now fetch up to $300,000 thanks to numismatics.
The worth of these bills isn’t just about their age. It’s the specific details that matter, ranging from printing errors to unique designs or limited editions. Collectors, whether of bills or coins, especially prize items with distinctive features. For bills, this can include rare serial numbers, uncommon seals, or printing defects that significantly boost their value.
Take, for example, bills with repetitive serial numbers or discontinued designs. These often-overlooked details can transform an ordinary bill into an extraordinary collectible piece.
Check pockets: 5 old $10 bills that could be worth up to $300,000
According to an article in La Opinión, here are some $10 bills that could skyrocket in value to as much as $300,000.
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1861 Demand Note: The first bill ever issued by the U.S. government, the "Demand Note" holds historical significance. In 2014, one example sold for $381,875.
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1878 Silver Certificate (Fr. 284): One of the most sought-after bills, this Silver Certificate remains highly desirable among collectors. In 2023, an example fetched $312,000.
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1880 Legal Tender: Only two examples of this bill are known to exist in good condition, making it one of the rarest and most valuable U.S. bills.
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1915 Bill: With only 29 examples in existence, this bill is exceptionally rare. In 2009, one sold for $126,500.
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1923 Star Note: Distinguished by a star symbol indicating it as a replacement bill, the Star Note is a rare and uncommon example highly prized by collectors.
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