Your $1 Bill Might Be Worth More Than You Think

If you peek inside your wallet, you probably have at least one $1 bill. Most people ignore them — after all, what can a single dollar buy these days? But take a closer look. Some $1 bills carry a hidden value. If yours has a rare serial number, it could be worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

Fancy Serial Numbers: What to Watch For

A website called CoolSerialNumbers.com collects bills with “fancy” serial numbers. They pay top dollar for certain patterns on $1 Federal Reserve notes. Here’s what to check for:

• Seven Repeating Digits – e.g., 09999999, 18888888, 19999999

• Seven of a Kind – e.g., 00010000, 00090000, 90999999

• Super Radars – e.g., 01111110, 10000001, 80000008

• Super Repeaters – e.g., 67676767

• Double Quads – e.g., 11110000, 44440000, 88880000

These patterns are highly sought after by collectors.

Check the Want List

CoolSerialNumbers.com also has a Want List with even more rare serial numbers they’re hunting for. It’s worth checking if any of your bills match.

Don’t Overlook That Crumpled Dollar

It’s amazing how a seemingly ordinary $1 bill can be a hidden treasure. Before you toss that crumpled note or forget it in your wallet, take a moment to inspect the serial numbers. Today could be your lucky day!