How to Identify a 2017 $1 Bill With Ladder Serial Number — Most of us keep cash in our purse or pocket without looking at it. But now is the time to start looking at your notes carefully. Especially if you have a $1 note of 2017 series, it can fetch you a profit of lakhs of rupees. A note with a specific serial number pattern, called a “ladder serial number”, can be worth up to $60,000.
What is Ladder Serial Number?
Ladder serial number is a special pattern in which the 8-digit number either increases or decreases continuously in sequence. Such as 12345678 (ascending) or 87654321 (descending). US notes have 8 digits in the serial number, so only two perfect ladder numbers are possible. For this reason, such notes are extremely rare and collectors buy them at very high prices.
Why are the 2017 $1 notes considered the most special?
$1 notes of the 2017 series are still in circulation in the market. This is the reason that when someone finds a note with a ladder serial number in this series, it becomes a topic of discussion among collectors. Many valuable notes from this series have been revealed so far, due to which it is expected that more such notes may still be hidden in the market.
How much can such a note cost?
If you have a brand new and unused $1 note from the 2017 series with a perfect ladder serial number like 12345678 or 87654321, it could be worth anywhere from $25,000 to $60,000. Even if your serial number is not perfect but close to it, like 01234567 or 23456789, you could still get $500 to $2,000 if the note is in good condition.
How to identify if your note is special?
The serial number on the top right and bottom left of the note is the one you need to look at carefully. If it has 8 digits and they are in a continuous order — either ascending or descending — then it could be a ladder serial number. If any of the digits are repeated or the order is broken, then the note does not fall in the fancy category.
Can these notes still be found in circulation?
Yes, even today there have been many cases where people have found such ladder serial numbers in general transactions or in notes withdrawn from the bank. Many people do not pay attention to these serial numbers, that is why such notes can still be present in circulation. If you start looking carefully at $1 notes, then maybe you too can prove to be lucky.
What to do if you find such a note?
If you find such a note, first of all keep it safe. Do not fold or damage it. Keep it in a plastic sleeve and get it evaluated by a certified grading agency like PMG or PCGS. After getting the grading done, you can sell it in an auction or contact a collector. This can earn you thousands of dollars.
Can a common man also find such a note?
You do not need to be an expert to join this search. You just need to pay a little attention and look at your notes regularly. Sometimes, only the notes given in change from the supermarket or bank have such rare serial numbers.
Conclusion: Do you have a note worth lakhs in your pocket?
The $1 note of 2017 may look common, but a special number printed on it can make it extraordinary. Such rare ladder serial number notes not only look beautiful but are also very valuable for collectors. So the next time you hold a $1 note in your hand, do look at the number printed on it. It is possible that the same note may change your luck and you may become the owner of $60,000.
FAQs
Q. What is a ladder serial number?
A. A perfectly sequential serial number like 12345678 or 87654321.
Q. How much is a 2017 $1 ladder serial number bill worth?
A. Up to $60,000 depending on condition and rarity.
Q. Where is the serial number located on a $1 bill?
A. Front side — top right and bottom left corners.
