In today’s digital age, people are exploring unconventional ways to earn extra income. One surprising opportunity that’s gaining traction is selling rare or “lucky” currency notes. Recently, ₹20 notes with certain unique features have reportedly fetched as much as ₹5 lakh on online platforms. If you happen to have one of these rare notes, you could turn it into a significant payday.

Let’s understand the trend and how you can safely try your luck.

Collectors and enthusiasts, especially from the international market, are constantly on the lookout for currency notes with specific features or serial numbers. The ₹20 note is in particular demand due to its "lucky" serial number—especially those containing 786, a number considered highly auspicious in Islamic culture.

Such notes are often purchased by people who believe they bring prosperity, success, and good fortune.

Not every ₹20 note will bring in lakhs of rupees. Only those that meet the following conditions have been known to command high prices:

• Serial Number: The note must contain the digits 786 in sequence.

• Color: The note should ideally be in pink.

• Design: It should bear either the portrait of Mahatma Gandhi or the Ashoka Pillar emblem.

• Condition: The note must be clean and in good condition, preferably crisp.

Collectors assign value based on the note’s rarity and symbolic significance. The combination of these features—especially the 786 serial—can drive up the price significantly.

If you have a qualifying note, you can list it on online platforms like eBay, where collectors frequently search for such rare items.

While it may sound like a golden opportunity, there are some important caveats to keep in mind:

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) does not authorize or endorse the sale or purchase of currency notes for profit.

• Transactions conducted on third-party platforms like eBay are not officially regulated, so exercise caution.

• There is a risk of online fraud or scams, especially from fake buyers. Do not share personal or banking information with unverified sources.

• Any online sale should be made after careful consideration and at your own risk.

The idea of selling a ₹20 note for ₹5 lakh may sound too good to be true—but if your note meets the specific criteria, there is a genuine niche market of collectors who might be interested. However, approach the process with due diligence and awareness to avoid being misled.

So, check your wallet or piggy bank—you might just be sitting on a small fortune!