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I have a series 1995 One Dollar Bill that the front has bled through to the back. Is it worth anything and where would I find out about where to sell it.

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Paul

Answer
Hi Paul, Error value depends on date, type and extent of the error as well as amount of folds or wear and collector demand.
If a sheet fails to enter the printing press, the inked plates will transfer their image to the impression cylinder. The next 6 or 7 sheets will receive the impression from the cylinder while the other side of the note is being printed. The result is an offset printing in reverse on the already printed side. Approximate value range: $100 - $300
You might try the following Paper Money Errors links:
http://coinsite.com/html/USCurrencyErrors.asp
http://www.usmintquarters.com/currencyerrors.htm
You may also find similar pieces on Ebay.com for comparison and as a place to offer it for sale.
You might take it by a local coin shop for a first hand opinion: http://find.mapmuse.com/interest/coin_dealers .
Brad

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Brad Swain

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I have been a World Coin and Paper Money collector since about 1965. I will be glad to answer any questions you may have on World coins or currency, tokens, unusual or unknown pieces and attempt to give you estimates of value and historical information about them in a polite and prompt manner.

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45 years collecting coins and paper money.

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BA History, BA Geography - Virginia Tech

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