Coin collectors are also keen on large-denomination banknotes. Therefore, it was no surprise that the sale of a 1934 $10,000 bill reached a staggering price in the 2023 auction led by U.S. coins auctions.
One thing that made this $10,000 dollar bill so valuable, apart from its high denomination, is the fact that it was uncirculated. What is more, it was in spotless condition. Bear in mind that numismatic lovers and investors like to get the specimens in the best state.
Why did the serial number increase the value of this 10k dollar bill?
The serial number made it a more valuable item because there had been a recent sale with a very similar condition, but the price was 180,000 lower. As this bill’s serial number was rarer, its value soared.
No doubt, a serial number can simply adorn a banknote and cause an eye appeal for bidders. However, that number may represent something important for a collector or it may be of historical significance since it could show an important date.
The time it has been away from auctions may have also increased its value. It was last seen in 2005 claims Heritage Auction. But are such high-denomination banknotes on sale?
$10,000 bill from 1934 on eBay
If you do a quick search on Google, you can easily find a $10,000 banknote from 1934. According to Pirate Gold Coins, the user selling it on eBay, it has been graded PMG 40.
Do not forget that it has a Light Green Seal and PMG 40 is extremely fine. The Heritage Auction’s sale that took place in 2023 reached a price of $480,000 for this 1934 banknote.
Nevertheless, the current price that Pirate Gold Coins has set is US $550,000.00. If someone paid all this money, it would beat the price from last year’s auction. Thus, it will be interesting to see the evolution of this 10k dollar bill sale on eBay. Visit it at: https://www.ebay.com/itm/301676168905