Dating 5 (1)

Dating 5 (1)

Dating is the process of identifying the banknote by its print run year.  Countries of the world, use different calendar systems from others, it is not universal, but have some commonalities.  In the Western part of the world, and most of Europe use the Gregorian calendar.  Below is a table of the different type of…

Foxing 5 (2)

Foxing 5 (2)

Foxing is the natural browning or yellowing of paper.  It is the aging stains on the banknote.  Good storage methods should be considered, for longevity and to prevent foxing. see screenshot below of Ecuador 100 sucres banknote with foxing showing.