The United States $1 Star Note from the Series 2009 is issued by the Federal Reserve and features the classic design with George Washington’s portrait on the front and the Great Seal of the United States on the back, unchanged since 1963. What makes it a “star note” is the small ★ symbol at the end of the serial number, indicating it was printed as a replacement for a defective note during production. Because star notes are produced in smaller quantities than regular notes, they are sought after by collectors, with their value depending on condition, rarity, and issuing Federal Reserve district. Most Series 2009 $1 star notes are common, typically worth $1–$3 in circulated condition, with uncirculated or rare examples commanding higher prices.
