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You may have a real treasure in your wallet without knowing it. A simple 5 euro note could be worth up to €5,000, provided that it has certain specific characteristics. Rare serial numbers, printing errors or special sequences… Collectors are ready to pay impressive sums for these unique specimens. So, what if you took a closer look at your notes?
Why are some €5 notes worth a small fortune?
Not all banknotes are equal. While most are only worth their face value, some become real collector’s items. This phenomenon is mainly explained by three criteria:
- Rarity : The more difficult a note is to find, the more it attracts collectors.
- Printing errors : An anomaly, such as ink shift or fuzzy printing, can turn a ticket into a coveted item.
- Special serial numbers : Certain sequences of numbers are particularly sought after .
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