The two dollar bill was first used by the us federal government in july of 1862 and was continuously used until 1966, when the united states notes the class of currency the bill was assigned to began to be discontinued. These red seal two dollar bills are offquality notes that may have some stains, tears, heavy folds or writing. Discussion in coin chat started by captainkirk, apr 12, 2006. There are no lapses of intrigue, nor does any scene seem totally forced or unbelievable. Get the best deals on 2 dollar red seal when you shop the largest online selection at. Red seal two dollar bills from 1953 and 1963 also exist. President 17891797, george washington, based on the athenaeum portrait, a 1796 painting by gilbert stuart, is currently featured on the obverse, and the great seal of the united states is featured on the reverse. Twodollar bill is the eleventh stone barrington novel. Check your wallet, these rare dollar bills are worth good.
Before 1928 currency was larger than it is today, and conveniently these notes are today called large size currency. The back is printed first and taken to a drying room. Reed explains that twodollar bills with red ink, called the red series, were printed in 1928, 1953 and 1963. Red seal two and five dollar legal tender notes are frequently the victims of chemists. The author does an excellent job of holding the readers attention all the way through the book. Antique money prices for two dollar 1928 legal tenders. The value depends not only on the condition of the bill, but who the prospective buyer is. I just want to know the value of the 2 dollar bill. To truly understand the worth of any note there are several things to consider. All 1928 two dollar notes are extremely common in circulated condition, no matter the series. Items similar to 1963 us ten dollar bill series a on etsy coin books, thing. Antique money altered colors on united states currency. Below is a value breakdown for twodollar bills in crisp, uncirculated condition. However, the same is not true in uncirculated condition.
Click on the denomination below to move forward and quickly identify the. Jan 27, 20 1928 two dollar bill 1953 two dollar bill 1963 two dollar bill 1976 two dollar bill 2003 two dollar bill red seal green seal federal reserve note united states two dollar bill red ink two dollar bills have a history of coming back into print from time to time as either a novelty or the federal reserves attempt to inject a choice of paper. This is the first small size two dollar bill issued by the u. Contrary to what some people might believe, the two dollar bill is a real denomination in us currency. Red seal two dollar bills 1928 1963 values and pricing. What is the value of a 1928 g us 2 dollar bill with a red. Small size united states currency values, pricing, and sales. The united states issued red seal twodollar legal tender notes between 1928 and 1966 series 1965. Currency value guide how much is my paper money worth. The value of a 1953 b two dollar bill with red ink is not a very valuable bill. We are pleased to offer for sale this two dollar bill red seal series 1928 us currency. Even modern green seals from 1995 and 2003 have a special following.
This 2 dollar bill from 1928 with red seal and numbers. Error notes, small size notes, rare paper money collecting. For me the barrington novels are not up to par with woods earlier works such as chiefs, palindrome, and heat. Well start with an introduction and move to a presentation on the 1928 red seal 2 dollar bill, 1953 red seal 2 dollar bill, and 1963 red seal 2 dollar bill. These red seal two dollar bills will make a nice addition to any currency collection. Value of misprinted two dollar bill oldcurrencyvalues.
Each bill comes in a currency sleeve for protection. All of the stuart woods books have provided me with a great deal of entertainment. The reverse features an engraving of the painting declaration of independence by john trumbull. This 2 dollar bill from 1928 with red seal and numbers and different backside. This 2 dollar bill from 1928 with red seal and numbers and. Thomas jefferson is featured on the front, and monticello, near charlottesville, va is on the back. Two dollar bill red seal series 1928 us currency good or. The date does not have anything to do with its printing. The two dollar bill should have monticello on the back.
These notes are series 1928 random pick our choice 1928, 1928a through g. What is the value of a red seal two dollar bill, 1963. If, on the other hand, you find yourself with a red seal two dollar bill, it might be worth tucking away. I have a two dollar bill with red print on it its says. These are sourced by the official red book whitman. I have a two dollar bill with red print on it its says series of 1928. Two dollar bill stone barrington book 11 and millions of other books are available for instant access.
The most valuable two dollar misprints will be found on 1928 issues. These red seal two dollar bills are us legal tender notes that circulated at the same time as silver certificates. It also features one of two nonpresidents on currently issued u. Click on the denomination below to move forward and quickly identify the value of your small size currency. What is the value of a 1963 us 5 dollar bill with a red. One of those was the united states note, and all of them printed since 1928 had a red seal and serial numbers. If the bill is in pristine condition no folds, creases or tears you may have something that a collecto. I think that two dollar bill is the best stone barrington novel in a long time. Two dollar bill is the eleventh stone barrington novel. Red seal two dollar bills all feature thomas jefferson. Some of the lesser characters recur here and there, making each book more interesting. The reverse featured jeffersons home, the monticello. We are pleased to offer for sale this two dollar bill red seal series 1928 us currency good or better.
However, the barrington novels can be very entertaining. There were eight different types of series 1928 notes denoted by a letter following the date. What is the value of a 1928 red seal 2 dollar bill. If so and is in good condition can sell for about 725 dollars each. Apr 26, 2009 one of those was the united states note, and all of them printed since 1928 had a red seal and serial numbers. They were issued in various designs and colors until 1928, when all us paper money was standardized. Facts and history of the red seal twodollar bill the spruce crafts. Just a short note on the worth of a red seal two dollar bill, 1963 or otherwise. A portrait of thomas jefferson, the third president of the united states 180109, is featured on the obverse of the note. Information on these red seal series 1928 two dollar bills.
The g series is the most commonly printed red seal two dollar bill for 1928. Set vf is the perfect start to any note collection. Statesman, inventor, diplomat, and american founding father benjamin franklin has been featured on the obverse of the bill since 1914. Six consecutive numbers two dollar bills 1976 by riverriffles twenty dollar bill. The earliest of these were part of the united states first run of smaller paper currency, a move introduced in order to save money on printing costs. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Two dollar bill red seal series 1928 us currency good or better.
Contemporary counterfeits made to circulate at the time of issue have. However, this bill can be worth up to 15 dollars depending on its condition. I think that twodollar bill is the best stone barrington novel in a long time. Russia banknotes russia paper money catalog and russian. Heritage auctions resources to lookup the value of your coins. They are series of 1928, series of 1928a, 1928b, 1928c, 1928d, 1928e, 1928f, and 1928g. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no. Russia banknotes russia paper money catalog and russian currency history.
The value of coins and paper money can vary drastically depending on. The note initially had a red treasury seal and serial numbers. In 1929 all us currency was changed to its current modern size. The first united states note with this value was issued in 1862 and the federal reserve note version was launched in 1914, alongside other denominations. Unlike antiques or even old coins, the age of a bill isnt crucial when it comes to misprints.
What does it mean if my 1953a 2 dollar bill has red writing on it and a red seal and below jefferson it says the united states of america will pay to the bearer on demand two dollars. Series of 1928 two dollar bill red seal legal tender. Red seal two dollar bills can seem very exotic in a day when the current circulation rarely sees any kind of two dollar bills. These red seal two dollar bills are nice original bills which grade good or better. Series of 1928 two dollar bill red seal legal tender values and pricing. Its to help better distinguish the ink from the paper before better printing methods were available.
The signature on the left is georgia neese clark and on the right is john w. However, some two dollar bills may be more valuable than others. Prices for two dollar 1928 legal tenders antique money. Executive currency offering rare paper money for the connoisseur. The term small size currency refers to united states paper money printed starting in 1928. I received this little story in an email, dont know if its an actual account, but its a funny one. The red seal bill, issued from 1928 to 1966, wont make you a millionaire by any means, but they are more valuable than their modern successor. On the back it has monticello instead of the signing of the declaration of independence. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. As with all united states notes the treasury seal and serial numbers were red. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.