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Just enter your star note's denomination, series, and serial number — we'll show you how rare it is and how many were made
Last Updated: October 6, 2025 - with April 2025 production numbers.
Fill in the details below to look up your star note's production data.
Production information for your star note
Star notes are replacement bills issued to take the place of misprinted or damaged ones removed during the printing process. They can be recognized by a star (★) symbol at the end of the serial number.
Star note rarity is influenced by production quantity, series, denomination, and condition. Generally, lower production numbers indicate higher rarity and value.
Enter the complete serial number including the star. Series format should match exactly (e.g., 2017A, 2009, 1999). Check both sides of your note for all information.
Have you found a U.S. dollar bill with a star (*) at the end of the serial number? That means it's a Star Note — a special replacement bill printed by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP). These notes are printed to replace misprinted bills and are much rarer than regular notes.
After you submit, the tool checks the serial number against official BEP print run data to determine:
Not all star notes are equally rare. The value depends on the print run size, the condition (uncirculated is best), and whether the serial number has fancy traits like repeating digits (e.g., 33333333*).
Let's say you found a $1 bill from 2017A with serial number F00000001*. If that note is from a short run, it could be worth $50–$500+ to collectors depending on condition!
Visit our Star Note Tables to view complete print run details by denomination and series. You'll find out how many notes were printed and whether they fall under short run or regular run.
A star note is a replacement note issued by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing when a bill is misprinted or damaged during production. It can be identified by the star symbol (*) at the end of the serial number.
Some star notes are common and worth face value, while others—especially those from small print runs—are considered rare and collectible. The value depends on denomination, series, and print quantity.
You can use our Star Note Lookup Tool to instantly check if your note is rare or common based on authentic BEP data.
Condition (uncirculated is best), rarity, total print run, and collector demand all influence value. Fancy serial numbers can make it even more valuable.
Visit official sources like the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing and U.S. Currency Education Program.
Last Updated: October 2025
Author at Dollar Note Lookup, sharing insights on US dollars, mint marks, and collector trends.
Trusted source for collectors looking for accurate, easy-to-understand information.