Australian Star Note Banknotes
Replacement notes identified by a ★ in the serial prefix. Scarcer than regular issues across all denominations and eras.
320 listings from $65
Browse listingsAbout Star Notes
When a banknote is damaged during the printing process, it must be replaced to maintain the correct count in a bundle. The replacement note is assigned a special serial prefix containing a star (★), allowing it to be distinguished from the regular print run without disrupting the sequential numbering.
Because star notes are produced only to replace defective notes, they exist in far smaller quantities than standard issues. This scarcity makes them highly sought after by collectors. A star note from a rare signature pair — or in pristine uncirculated condition — can be worth many times the value of its regular counterpart.
- What is an Australian star note?
- An Australian star note (also called a replacement note) is issued when a banknote is damaged during printing. The replacement is identified by a star (*) symbol in its serial number prefix, distinguishing it from the regular print run.
- Why are star notes valuable to collectors?
- Star notes are produced in far smaller quantities than regular notes, making them significantly rarer. Their scarcity drives collector demand, and in high grades they can command substantial premiums over standard examples of the same denomination and signature pair.
- Which Australian star notes are most sought after?
- Pre-decimal star notes — particularly ten shilling and one pound star notes — are among the most prized. Decimal star notes from the first polymer series are also popular. In all cases, condition is paramount: PMG-graded uncirculated examples command the highest premiums.
- How do I identify a star note?
- Look for a star (*) at the beginning of the serial number, before the numeric sequence. On pre-decimal Australian notes, the star appears in the prefix letters. On decimal notes, it typically appears before the serial prefix letters.
Star Notes for Sale

South Africa 20 Rand Replacement Note / Gerhard De Kock Z Repkacement Note /...
$65.00
saffacoinsandnotes

AUSTRALIA 1961 10 TEN SHILLINGS STAR NOTE AG 50* VERY FINE
$330.00
oli5876

new Zealander $5 dollar star 5 consecutive unc
$350.00
minerva-son

1968 $10 STAR BANKNOTE PHILLIPS/RANDALL FINE Dirty Ink Ugly But Cheap
$399.99
bundycoins

Banknote $10 Coombs Wilson C of A first prefix Starnote ZSA 82835*, scarce
$450.00
8479smacma

1961 AUSTRALIA 10 SHILLING STAR BANKNOTE R17S COOMBS/WILSON
$580.00
mw-2019

1966 Australian $2 Star Banknote Coombs/Wilson R81s
$585.00
wmcoin

1968 $10 TEN Dollar AUSTRALIA STAR BANKNOTE PHILLIPS/RANDALL FINE/FINE+
$595.00
pjswagman

1961 Australian Star Note. One Pound. HE 86 52022* Coombs / Wilson
$599.00
hnco

AUSTRALIA 1968 TWO 2 DOLLAR STAR NOTE LAST PREFIX " ZFS 67 " RARE GRADE CV $1490
$690.00
stgeorgeauctions

AUSTRALIA 1961 TEN 10 SHILLINGS STAR NOTE AE99 COOMBS WILSON
$690.00
stgeorgeauctions


R-303 S F. (1968) 10 Dollar - Phillips/Randall STAR Note. 1st Prefix ZSF.. Fine
$700.00
jatw

1968 Australian $10 Ten Dollar Phillips/Randall Star Note ZSH 87759* R303s
$720.00
wmcoin

1961 Australian Star Banknote 10/- Coombs/Wilson R17s - F
$725.00
mzw29

1961 One pound star note
$750.00
arakay49

1968 $2 Dollar Star Banknote - gF - Phillips / Randall Last Prefix ZFS (R83SL)
$790.00
cointraderjem
AUSTRALIA 1968 TWO 2 DOLLAR STAR NOTE PREFIX " ZFP 04 " MINOR STAIN CV $1390.00
$790.00
stgeorgeauctions

AUSTRALIA 1952 10/- SHILLINGS STAR NOTE , A8 25939* EXTREMELY RARE aFine
$795.00
pjswagman

1954 Australian Star Note. 10 Shillings. AC 99 30319* Coombs / Wilson
$799.00
hnco