Recently, it has been discovered that a common dollar billwhich could be in your wallet or hidden somewhere in your home, could be worth a fortune. Issued in 1995, these banknotes present a peculiar printing error that makes them highly valued collector’s items, reaching prices of up to 600 million pesos.
And, although this information may be of special interest to banknote collectors around the world, luck could also be on your side and you could be one of the people with this banknote who would have specific printing errors.
But what is this special error?
The initial distribution of these buggy bills occurred in New York in 2014, followed by a distribution in Washington in 2016. Since then, they have captured
the attention of those who look for hidden treasures in everyday objects.
How can you identify if you own one of these valuable dollar bills?
To find out if you could be one of the lucky ones, here are some key points to keep in mind:
- It must be a 2013 series ticket.
- Look for a Federal Reserve seal with the letter “B.”
- The serial number must be between B00000001 and B00250000 or B03200001 and B09600000, and end with a star.
- Carefully examine the bill for the features mentioned.
- Before making any transaction, consult with a certified numismatic expert.
- Keep the bill in a safe place while you determine its authenticity and value.
In this case, with Only nine pairs of bills found so far, it is estimated that there are still millions in circulation, waiting to be discovered by those with eyes trained to detect these numismatic treasures or a pinch of luck.