Series 1988 United States One Dollar Bill (Star Note)

This is a United States one-dollar Federal Reserve Note from Series 1988. The bill features the standard portrait of George Washington at the center within an oval frame. A primary distinguishing feature is the presence of a green star at the end of the serial number (G 10023015 *), identifying it as a replacement or 'star note' used when a printing error occurs during the production of a standard run. The bill was issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, indicated by the 'G' seal and prefix. The signatures of Catalina Vasquez Villalpando (Treasurer) and Nicholas F. Brady (Secretary of the Treasury) are visible. Regarding physical condition, the banknote shows heavy circulation and wear including multiple deep vertical and horizontal creases, significant overall wrinkling, and visible soiling. There are noticeable nicks and small tears along the top edge, particularly near the center. The paper appears soft and limp from use, missing the crispness found in uncirculated currency. The color remains generally consistent with age, though the white margins show darkening from handling. Despite the wear, the star note designation makes it a collectible item within numismatic circles.