Bills with bookend serial numbers can be worth more than face value. Continue reading to learn more about these bills.

What Is a Bookend Serial Number?

Bookend Serial Number Bill

A bookend serial number contains the same two or three digits at the beginning and at the end. For example, 42451424 or 71843071. These numbers are not particularly rare, but they are interesting and some currency collectors will seek them out.

Value

The values listed below relate to low-denomination bills. Higher denomination bills demand less of a premium because in most cases it would make more sense to spend or deposit the bill.

Most bookend serial number bills in circulated condition will only be worth their face value. Bills in uncirculated condition can sell for a premium.

Most bookend serial number bills in uncirculated condition are worth around $15.

 

See also:

Double Quad Serial Number
Low Serial Number
Stand Alone Serial Number