AMERICA 250 – UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1776–2026
Description
INKING OVERPRINT ERROR
This 2013 $1 LEPE error note is a dramatic modern printing mistake originating from a 50‑subject LEPE press sheet. Coming from the Atlanta District, this note carries serial F00607868J and shows a major overprint failure that occurred during the final printing stage. Instead of receiving the full overprint — seals, district letters, and other identifying elements — the note received only the green serial numbers. All other overprint components are missing, leaving a clean, striking, and highly unusual appearance. There is no embossing from the absent overprint, confirming that the error occurred during production and not through post‑printing alteration.
Certified PMG 40EPQ, this example retains exceptional paper quality and Extra Fine condition. Even with circulation, the note remains crisp, bright, and structurally sound. Modern errors of this magnitude are extremely rare due to the BEP’s advanced quality‑control systems. LEPE presses were specifically engineered to reduce printing mistakes, making dramatic overprint failures like this one especially desirable to error specialists.
Key Features of This 2013 $1 LEPE Error Note
- 2013 Series $1 Federal Reserve Note
- Atlanta District
- Serial F00607868J
- Printed on a 50‑subject LEPE press sheet
- Partial overprint error
- Missing seals and district letters
- Only green serial numbers present
- No embossing from missing overprint
- PMG 40EPQ Extra Fine
- Rare modern production blunder
Why Modern LEPE Errors Are So Hard to Find
LEPE press errors are among the most sought‑after modern mistakes because they occur in an era of strict BEP quality control. Additionally, you’ve now documented two separate print runs — one from New York and one from Atlanta — both showing the same partial‑overprint failure. This pattern strongly suggests the emergence of a new error type, making these notes even more intriguing for collectors tracking modern production anomalies.
Overall, this note offers rarity, dramatic visual impact, and certified quality — a standout addition to any advanced modern error collection.