

It's a little over a million to one for 7/8 near-solid bills like this one.Ī solid serial number is a serial number with just one digit like 77777777. Near-solid serial numbers have most, but not all, of the same digit, like 44434444. The odds of getting a serial number within the first or last 100 is about a million to one. They're special because they're near the beginning or end of a series. Low or high serial numbers are numbers that are close to zero like 00000014, or near the top like 99999934. Nonetheless, the following kinds of numbers are generally considered fancy: Low or high serial numbers To some extent, the fanciness of a serial number can be enhanced by a good story or a creative observation of what the number means. We came close to getting a radar bill (described below) but did find several birthday bills and three-of-a-kind bills. All serial numbers are unique (or should be!)Ī few weeks ago, my daughter and I went through about $300 worth of $1 bills looking for fancy serial numbers. What makes a serial number “fancy?” Being one-of-a-kind isn't enough, obviously. Fancy serial numbers are (literally) a numbers game While many currency errors are found by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing employees before they ever see the light of day, every bill should have a serial number. Another way (that might be easier) is by finding cool serial numbers - serial numbers that are special in some way. There are lots of opportunities to cash in on your cash.įinding currency errors is one way.
