Most fancy serial notes sell for modest premiums. But at the top of the market, prices become extraordinary. Here are the most impressive sales recorded for fancy serial number dollar bills.
Record-Breaking Fancy Serial Sales
| Note | Pattern | Sale Price | Where Sold |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 bill, 00000001 | Low Number #1 | $15,000+ | Heritage Auctions |
| $100 bill, 88888888 | Solid 8s | $10,000-$15,000 | Heritage Auctions |
| $100 bill, 12345678 | Ascending Ladder | $2,500-$4,000 | Auction |
| $1 bill, 88888888 PMG 67 | Solid 8s | $2,500-$4,000 | Heritage Auctions |
| $50 bill, 99999999 | Solid 9s | $3,000-$6,000 | Stack's Bowers |
What Creates a Record-Breaking Sale?
The highest prices combine multiple factors: top-tier pattern (solid or ladder), high denomination ($100), PMG Gem condition (65 EPQ+), cultural resonance (88888888), and the right venue (Heritage Auctions). Remove any one of these and the price drops substantially.
The Market Is Growing
Fancy serial note prices have generally trended upward, driven by growing online communities, mainstream media coverage and expanding international demand. What sold for $500 in 2010 may fetch $1,500 today for the same note in the same condition.
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