Description and research notes
This 2003A 1 Dollar Federal Reserve Note from the Atlanta District (Friedberg 1931-F, FL Block) bears an exceptional Repeater Serial Number F67776777L, a pattern highly prized among collectors of fancy serial notes. The repeating sequence '67776777' captures a rhythmic and nearly palindromic arrangement of digits—repeating the '67' pair while culminating in a triple '777'—a visual and numerical symmetry that immediately distinguishes it from ordinary production runs.
Repeater serials are a subset of fancy numbers where the numeric pattern repeats or mirrors itself within the eight-digit range. In this note’s case, the repeating symmetry evokes the mathematical elegance collectors look for in high-grade modern issues. Such serials are entirely random occurrences in the Bureau of Engraving and Printing’s output; the BEP does not intentionally produce or track them, which means each discovery depends on collectors’ vigilance.
Graded PMG 68 EPQ Superb Gem Uncirculated, this note represents the absolute pinnacle of condition for a circulation issue. Superb centering, fully original paper wave, and razor-sharp corners define its quality. The EPQ (Exceptional Paper Quality) designation confirms untouched originality—no pressing, no handling, and full embossing as produced. PMG rarely awards 68 EPQ for small-size Federal Reserve Notes, and in combination with a fancy serial, this grade level amplifies both scarcity and aesthetic value.
The 2003A series was printed at the Fort Worth facility (FW), carrying the signatures of Cabral and Snow. Atlanta’s 'F' district seal anchors the design, featuring the familiar portrait of George Washington on the obverse and the Great Seal of the United States on the reverse. Even within a sea of identical $1 bills, this specimen stands out for its numerical personality—something that merges mathematics, printing precision, and pure luck.
Repeater serials like this one represent the intersection of artistry and probability in modern currency production. For advanced collectors, they serve as tangible examples of how mechanical precision occasionally produces serendipitous beauty. The combination of a nearly perfect grade, EPQ originality, and a symmetric Repeater Serial Number makes this piece a true highlight in the field of modern U.S. fancy serial notes.