Star Note Lookup
Star Note Lookup Tool
Enter a serial number to check if it's a star note and get details about its rarity.
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About Star Notes
What is a Star Note?
Star notes are replacement notes printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing when the original notes are damaged during the printing process. These notes feature a star symbol (*) at the end of the serial number instead of a suffix letter.
Why are they valuable?
Star notes are typically printed in smaller quantities than regular notes, making them more collectible. The value depends on factors like rarity, condition, and the specific production run size. Some star notes are worth only face value while others can be worth significantly more to collectors.
How to identify?
Look for a star symbol (*) at the end of the serial number. This symbol replaces the letter suffix that would normally appear. For example, A12345678* instead of A12345678B.
Rarity Categories
Common
Over 640,000 notes printed
Scarce
Between 320,000 and 640,000 notes
Rare
Between 32,000 and 320,000 notes
Very Rare
Fewer than 32,000 notes