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Offered here is a pair of 2017A $2 Federal Reserve Notes from the New York District, run size 160,000. Both professionally graded PMG 64 EPQ (Choice Uncirculated). These notes are replacement-star issues, identified by the star at the end of their serial numbers — B03278689★ and B03278690★.
Each note has been independently authenticated and encapsulated by PMG, ensuring long-term protection and verified condition. PMG’s 70-point grading scale provides collectors with a trusted, third-party assessment of quality; a 64 EPQ grade signifies Gem Uncirculated condition with Exceptional Paper Quality.
🔍 Certification & Authenticity
Each note is sealed in an official PMG holder, featuring:
- PMG holographic security seal
- Unique certification number
- Scannable verification barcode
- Clear labeling of grade, district, and star designation
The EPQ (Exceptional Paper Quality) designation confirms original, unpressed paper with crisp embossing and vibrant ink — a hallmark of high‑end modern currency.
📜 Note Details
- Denomination: $2 Federal Reserve Note
- Series: 2017A
- District: New York (B)
- Serial Numbers:
- Type: Replacement Star Notes
- Grade: PMG 64 EPQ — Choice Uncirculated
- Signatures: Carranza | Mnuchin
- Catalog Reference: Fr. 1941‑B★
These notes are valued at $250 each in the Red Book of United States Paper Money, Ninth Edition, underscoring their desirability among collectors of modern U.S. currency.
💎 Premium Highlights
- Sequential star pair — visually striking and highly collectible
- Certified Gem Uncirculated quality — no folds, stains, or handling marks
- Strong eye appeal — crisp paper, sharp corners, bold ink
- Ideal for display, investment, or registry sets
- Modern rarity — star notes are printed in smaller quantities
📸 You Receive Exactly What You See
The notes shown in the photographs are the exact notes you will receive. Look closely at the back there are ink smudges in the margins from the printing process.