
So, you've stumbled upon a 1928 one dollar silver certificate and are wondering if you've found a retirement plan or just a very old piece of paper. The answer, delightfully, is somewhere in the middle. This isn't just any old dollar; it's what collectors affectionately call a "Funnyback."
Based on the going rate at a retailer like Littleton Coin Company, a 1928 "Funnyback" in "Very Good" condition could set you back about $97.50. Of course, "Very Good" is a specific grade, and like a report card, the better the grade, the higher the value. If your note is in finer or more pristine condition, its worth would certainly climb.
These notes have a bit of a celebrity status because they were only issued for a very short time, from April 1928 to January 1929, making them a fun find for any collector. So, while it won't buy you a new car, it's worth a heck of a lot more than the dollar it promises on its face. It's a genuine piece of history that's worth far more than its weight in, well, silver.


