Description
This 2013 $1 LEPE error note is a dramatic modern printing mistake originating from a 50‑subject LEPE press sheet. Printed for the New York District, this note experienced a malfunction during the overprint stage, resulting in only a partial overprint being applied to the plate. As a result, the note is missing the standard seals, district letters, and other overprint elements normally found on a Series 2013 $1 Federal Reserve Note. Only the green serial numbers appear, creating a striking and highly unusual visual presentation. There is no embossing from the missing overprint, confirming that the error occurred during production rather than post‑printing alteration.
Certified PMG 64EPQ, this note retains exceptional paper quality and Choice Uncirculated condition. Modern errors of this magnitude are extremely rare due to the BEP’s advanced quality‑control systems. LEPE presses were designed 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
- 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 64EPQ Choice Uncirculated
- New York District
- 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 encountered two separate print runs with the same failure — one from New York and one from Atlanta. This pattern suggests the possibility 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.

AMERICA 250 – UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1776–2026



