The world of Indian currency notes holds many fascinating aspects for collectors and enthusiasts. One such treasure is the Star Series or Replacement Notes, issued to replace defective notes during the printing process. From the humble ₹1 to the high-value ₹500 denomination, these notes are more than just a medium of exchange—they are collectible artifacts that carry a blend of history, rarity, and aesthetic appeal.
In this blog, we dive deep into Star Paper Money issued between 2006 and 2024, tracking governors, issue years, and serial prefixes to understand their growing value and significance.
What Are Star Notes?
A Star Note in India is a replacement currency note issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to substitute for a misprinted or defective note. These notes carry a star symbol (*) in the number panel, making them distinct from regular notes.
Introduced formally in 2006, Star Notes have gained massive popularity among numismatists due to their rarity, unique printing patterns, and limited circulation volumes.
| One Rupee Denomination | |||||
| S.No. | FINANCE SECRETARY | INSET | YEAR | PREFIX | SIZE |
| AS=1 | RAJIV MEHRISHI | L | 2015 | 00F | 63 X 96 |
| 2 | RATTAN P WATAL | L | 2016 | 00F | 63 X 96 |
| 3 | SHAKTI KANTA DAS | L | 2017 | 00F | 63 X 96 |
| 4 | SHAKTI KANTA DAS | L | 2017 | 01F | 63 X 96 |
| 5 | SHAKTI KANTA DAS | L | 2017 | 02F | 63 X 96 |
| 6 | SHAKTI KANTA DAS | L | 2017 | 03F | 63 X 96 |
| 7 | SHAKTI KANTA DAS | L | 2017 | 04F | 63 X 96 |
| 8 | SUBHASH CH. GARG | L | 2018 | 00F | 63 X 96 |
| 9 | SUBHASH CH. GARG | L | 2019 | 02F | 63 X 96 |
| 10 | ATANU CHAKRABORTY | L | 2020 | 00F | ---- |