Series 1963 $2 Bill (1963 through 1963A): How to Identify It
Series 1963 $2 Bill, 1963 through 1963A: red seal, every signature pair, design points and what to check. No prices.
At a glance
- Denomination: undefined
- Series covered: 1963, 1963A
- Type: United States Note
- Seal colour: red
- Signature pairs: 2 (one per series letter, listed below)
- Star notes: Yes
What this series looks like
Series 1963. IN GOD WE TRUST was added above Monticello on the back; the front dropped the WILL PAY TO THE BEARER ON DEMAND text (since Silver Certificates were about to stop being redeemable in silver). The $2 and $5 United States Notes were discontinued in August 1966.
Signatures by series letter
- Series 1963 — Granahan (Treasurer) and Dillon (Secretary), red seal
- Series 1963A — Granahan (Treasurer) and Fowler (Secretary), red seal
How to confirm the series
- IN GOD WE TRUST appears above Monticello on the back
- No WILL PAY TO THE BEARER ON DEMAND text on the front
- Red seal
How value is judged
Collectors judge a Series 1963 $2 Bill by condition first (crisp and uncirculated versus folded or worn), then by whether it is a star note or carries a fancy serial number, then by the series letter and any recognised variety. Published price guides list ranges by grade and they move over time; this page gives none. Photograph both sides in even light and let the app read the series, seal and signatures before you compare.
FAQ
How do I know which Series 1963 letter my bill is?
The series year and letter are printed on the face near the portrait. If the letter is worn, match the two signatures against the list above; each letter has its own pair.
Is a Series 1963 $2 Bill still legal tender?
Yes, at face value.
Does a star make my undefined Series 1963 note rare?
Only if its print run was small. The star alone does not.