Project 2013B – Matched Pair: Series 2013B VF35/VF20 Matched Pair Sets New Record Auction Price

Series 2013B VF35/VF20 Matched Pair Realizes Record Auction Price, Establishing New Banknote Value Benchmarks

Series 2013B VF35/VF20 Matched Pair Hits Record Price

A confirmed Series 2013B $1 duplicate serial number matched pair has realized a final hammer price of $3,666.02 at public auction, establishing a new record price for this grade tier (VF35/VF20) and further defining current banknote value levels for authenticated matched pairs. This sale sets a new benchmark above the previous $2,600.00 record for a pair graded VF35 and VF20, and aids currency appraisal.

Auction Summary

Registry Status	Record Result Documented
Serial Number	B08869546*
Note 1 Grade (FW)	VF35
Note 2 Grade (DC)	VF20
Auction Date	May 24, 2026
Final Hammer Price	$3,666.02
Auction House	GreatCollections

Market Context

Prior comparable sale of similarly graded matched pair (VF35/VF20) was $2600, making this result of $3,666.02 statistically significant within the current market for Series 2013B duplicate serial number star notes in the graded currency market.

This outcome contributes to the evolving understanding of banknote value and demonstrates sustained and strengthening collector demand for authenticated serial number error pairs verified through Project 2013B’s public registry.

Certified front view of the matched pair following third-party grading

Reverse side of both notes showing alignment and print characteristics

Analytical Commentary

While individual matched pairs vary based on condition, eye appeal, and certification outcomes, this result reinforces the importance of professional grading (such as PCGS grading or PMG certification) when establishing transparent currency appraisal benchmarks.

Notably, the hammer price represents:

• A record high within its grade combination of VF35/VF20
• Confirmation of sustained market strength
• A documented public benchmark for future valuation comparisons

Registry Documentation

This matched pair remains permanently documented within Project 2013B’s confirmed matched pair registry , preserving its status as a verified serial number error pair within the ongoing public documentation and research of Series 2013B matched pairs.

Compare Additional Market Data

• Series 2013B Matched Pair Auction Results Archive – Historical public auction results and verified hammer prices for Series 2013B duplicate serial number matched pairs.
• Confirmed Series 2013B Matched Pair Registry – Complete registry of authenticated Series 2013B duplicate serial number matched pairs verified through documented evidence.
• Series 2013B Serial Numbers With One Verified Match – Documented serial numbers where only one Series 2013B matched note has been verified through photo evidence.

Conclusion

As more matched pairs surface in the marketplace, documented results such as this help establish clearer, transparent ranges for collectors assessing misprinted banknotes, duplicate serial number errors, and authenticated matched pair opportunities, while also contributing to broader insights into collectible paper money prices and current market value.

Series 2013B Graded Matched Pair at Auction — Serial B08869546*

This page documents a confirmed matched pair of Series 2013B $1 star notes, now professionally graded and offered at public auction. The pair has been verified and recorded by Project 2013B, the public registry tracking Series 2013B duplicate serial number star notes since 2021.

This auction marks a rare moment when a confirmed Series 2013B matched pair, once separated in circulation, is formally preserved and recognized as a single certified collectible within the public record.

Series 2013B Matched Pair B08869546* - Now at Public Auction

A confirmed and professionally graded matched pair of Series 2013B $1 star notes is now being offered at public auction. Verified by Project 2013B’s public registry, this duplicate serial number star note pair is available to collectors for a limited time.

For collectors evaluating banknote value, currency appraisal, or recent paper money market trends, this auction provides a documented price reference for a professionally graded Series 2013B matched pair with a confirmed serial number error. Matched pairs with duplicate serial numbers are among the rarest modern U.S. paper money errors to appear in public auction.

Certified front view of the matched pair following third-party grading

🔨 AUCTION CONCLUDED

This verified matched pair is no longer available for bidding.

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Comparable matched pairs have realized four-figure prices in recent public auctions, depending on grade and demand.

Auction ended Sunday, May 24, 2026

Reverse side of both notes showing alignment and print characteristics

Original side-by-side image used to confirm the matched pair months earlier. Learn how matched pairs are verified →

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Confirmed Match details

• Status: Confirmed & Graded
• Series: 2013B
• Denomination: $1 Star Notes
• Federal Reserve District: New York (B)
• Friedberg Numbers: Fr. 3001-B* & Fr. 3002-B*
• PCGS Grades:
  • Washington D.C. printed note:
  • Fort Worth printed note:
• Auction Status: Concluded May 24, 2026
• Final Hammer Price: $3,666.02.

This discovery joins a growing list of confirmed Series 2013B matches in the Confirmed Matched Pairs Registry. This matched pair has been independently verified, recorded in the Project 2013B registry, and subsequently certified prior to entering the collector market.

Registry Verification

Following confirmation, the Project 2013B administrator offers an optional paid consignment service, through which confirmed matched pairs may be submitted to public auction on behalf of the co-owners.

Learn more about the verification process in our Duplicate Serial Number Guide.

View the Auction

Collectors interested in acquiring this matched pair may view the official auction listing below:

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Related Registry Pages

• Confirmed Matched Pairs Registry
• History of Past Auction Sales
• Duplicate Serial Number Guide

Conclusion

This page serves as a permanent historical record of the auction, grading, and confirmed provenance of this matched pair and may be cited for research, valuation, or registry documentation purposes within the Project 2013B Registry.

Project 2013B: B08869546* Duplicate Star Note Match

This page documents a confirmed matched pair of Series 2013B $1 star notes, including serial number, verification status, discovery locations, and registry metadata maintained by Project 2013B. Confirmed by Project 2013B, a public registry tracking Series 2013B duplicate serial number star notes since 2021.

Series 2013B Matched Pair — Duplicate Serial Number B08869546*

A newly confirmed matched pair of 2013B $1 star notes has been added to the Project 2013B registry.

Confirmed Match Details

• Status: Confirmed
• Series: 2013B
• Denomination: $1 Star Note
• Federal Reserve District: New York (B)
• Friedberg Numbers: Fr. 3001-B* and Fr. 3002-B*
• Confirmed Matches This Year: 5
• Total Project Confirmed Matches: 218
• All Known Matched Pairs: 231

This confirmed matched pair represents a verified duplicate serial number within the Series 2013B $1 star note print run. Documentation and validation are maintained by Project 2013B.

How This Match Was Verified

To learn how matched pairs are verified, visit our Duplicate Serial Number Guide.

Project 2013B reaches its 5th confirmed matched pair for this year

Co-Owner's Spotlight

One Star Note, printed in Fort Worth, was submitted by member 10pb, who now has 12 serial number entries. Its Washington DC-printed match was submitted by member OE25A, who has 3 entries. Each co-owner of the matched pair is assigned a 5 character codename to ensure privacy.

The matching note was discovered in Grand Rapids, Michigan

"Been over a year, glad to hear I got another match and that you are still keeping the project going strong and not passed onto another person. Please see attached for the photo of my duplicate bill. Nothing special on how I came across the bill. I received it from the bank and I save all star notes. Located in Michigan " - member 10pb

The matching note was discovered in New York City, New York

"Wow, thank you for the very quick response to my posting. I presently live in Central New Jersey. Honestly, I do not recall where I obtained this bill or the other three I posted as I have only been collecting for about 5 years. As I was sorting through my star notes, I saw the note about this website. I finally uploaded my bills yesterday. " - member OE25A

Potential Match — Verification Pending

Project 2013B maintains a separate reference page listing serial numbers associated with potential matched pairs where one or both co-owners have not yet responded to our email notification. These entries remain unconfirmed until photo verification is completed for both notes.

Collectors are encouraged to review this list to see whether a serial number they own appears. If your serial number is listed, you may be connected to a potential matched pair and your response could allow the pair to be officially confirmed and recorded in the Project 2013B registry.

If you believe you should have received a notification but do not see it in your inbox, please check your spam or junk mail folder. Project 2013B notifications are occasionally filtered by email providers.

The full list is available at the Pending Verification List.

• Tip: Check the Pending Verification List regularly.
• Tip: Verify your email or spam settings to ensure you receive notifications.
• Tip: Respond promptly if your serial number appears to help confirm the matched pair.
  
  

Example of a potential matched pair awaiting confirmation after one co-owner has not responded

Matched Pairs Currently on the Market

SOLD - $2204.91

2013 $1 New York Federal Reserve Error Star Note Pair With Duplicate Serial Numbers - SN 06843548

Ended Jan 18, 2026

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SOLD - $2154.91

2013 $1 New York Federal Reserve Error Star Note Pair With Duplicate Serial Numbers - SN 08819234

Ended Feb 1, 2026

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CURRENT BID - $500.00

2013 $1 New York Federal Reserve Error Star Note Pair With Duplicate Serial Numbers - SN 06176774

Closes Feb 15, 2026

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Related Posts

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Conclusion

This newly confirmed matched pair adds another important data point to the growing Project 2013B registry. With thousands of collectors participating and new discoveries happening regularly, every submitted serial number helps strengthen the project. If you have 2013B star notes, consider submitting them today—you may be holding the next confirmed match. Thank you to all contributors who continue to support the project.