You Might Be Rich If You Have A $2 Dollar Bill

Did you know there actually are $2 bills in this country?

Yes, seriously, we have $2 bills, even if you rarely see one, and the younger you are, the higher the likelihood that you didn't have a clue. Billions of dollars in $2 bills are still circulating.

I remember having some $2 bills many years ago. I know we all thought how unique they were and would hold on to them for a while, but eventually spent them. Hey, I was young, and that $2 helped me out back then.

Oh, how I wish I had held on to some, because they may be worth a bunch more today.

Actually originating back in 1862, and NO, I wasn't around then. The $2 bills weren't widely circulated, so they probably felt rare even then.

Today, the U.S. Treasury still prints them, but only in limited supply. Most in circulation are only worth their face value, but that doesn't mean all of them.

 👇 BELOW: SOME MICHIGAN CITIES PRINTED THEIR OWN MONEY DURING THE GREAT DEPRESSION! 👇

Bankrate.com has published which $2 bills are the ones to be on the lookout for. Our sister station, KPEL, says look for:

Red Seal Notes (1928–1963) — Older $2 bills with a red Treasury seal can sell for $100–$500, depending on condition.

Star Notes — These bills have a small star next to the serial number, indicating a rare printing replacement. Some are worth up to $1,000 or more.

1976 Bicentennial Series — Most are only worth face value, but uncirculated or misprinted versions can bring in $20–$50 or more.

Low or Fancy Serial Numbers — Bills with repeating, sequential, or palindromic numbers are favorites among collectors and can command premium prices.

Good luck!