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Specimen

Specimen

The banknote to be released for circulation, have samples of the design normally distributed between financial institutions. The purpose is  to review, study on how it look when it is publicaly released. As a standard it comes with special markings such as “overprint”, “cancellation” or show special serial numbers.

Pin Holes

Pin Holes

Pin holes is the term used when a stack of notes are stapled or pinned together by a pin like object.  India was known to do this with their currency. Below is an example of pin holes applied to a stock of banknotes from India.  The pinholes are shown in the watermark (left/right side).   …

Banknote Dictionary

Banknote Dictionary

DatingDating 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…...
About

About

Best of Banknotes was created as a space for collectors and enthusiasts on all things related to banknotes. The main purpose is to learn about the world.  Be it through art, history, geography, culture or religion, each banknote has a story to tell. I began collecting banknotes out of curiosity and wonder.  My first banknotes…

Best of Banknotes

Best of Banknotes

Best of Banknotes Welcome to Best of Banknotes website.  This site is dedicated in all things related to banknotes of the world.  The beginning of currency in relation to paper notes, promissory notes, legal tender or what became known as paper money. Banknotes holds lots of power, it can be used for good or for...