Fancy Serial Numbers are Alive and Well

Fancy serial numbers are alive and well as evidenced by the recent success of our Collector’s Choice auction of the Virginia Judge’s Collection of US Currency on Friday September 26, 2024. There were numerous low serial numbers, super repeaters, super radars and other fancy numbers that were collected many years ago. The popularity and scarcity of these pieces makes them continue to gain in value every year. The demand continually outstrips the supply.

Below are some of the strong prices realized for a few of the lots that were offered in the sale.

Fr. 1901-B. 1963A $1 Federal Reserve Note. New York. PMG About Uncirculated 50 EPQ. 80 Million Serial Number. | Stacks Bowers

Fr. 1904-J. 1969A $1 Federal Reserve Note. Kansas City. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ. Serial Number 2. | Stacks Bowers

Lot of (2) Fr. 1909-K & 2177-B. 1977-2001 $1 & $100 Federal Reserve Notes. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ to Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ. Ra… | Stacks Bowers

Fr. 1929-K. 2003 $1 Federal Reserve Note. Dallas. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58 EPQ. Descending Ladder Serial Number. | Stacks Bowers

These prices reflect a true appreciation for fancy serial number notes that is likely to continue for many years to come. I was privileged to have the opportunity to work on bringing this collection to auction. It certainly was a pleasure working closely with Mike Abramson and the Virginia Judge on these items.

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