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Eger 1945: a sealed bundle of Reichskreditkassenscheine that shouldn’t exist (but does)

Curiosity

Sep 3, 2025 4 min read

Eger 1945: a sealed bundle of Reichskreditkassenscheine that shouldn’t exist (but does)

Invalid from 1 January 1945—yet carefully banded and vaulted in mid-January. Then handled again after V-E Day. If banknotes could roll their eyes, these...

News

Sep 2, 2025 3 min read

Cuba puts new 500 & 1000 peso notes into tills: same design, new signatures & printers

Design stays classic; serials and printers do the juggling. The 500s are dated 2024, the 1,000s 2025—both aimed squarely at everyday cash use. In...

Sri Lanka Banknote: Celebrating 75 Years Of Stability

News

Aug 30, 2025 4 min read

Sri Lanka Banknote: Celebrating 75 Years Of Stability

Discover the new Sri Lanka banknote commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Central Bank's creation, featuring unique designs and security features.

Ireland’s Rare £100: The Pirate Queen’s Unissued Banknote Never See

Collection

Aug 29, 2025 3 min read

Ireland’s Rare £100: The Pirate Queen’s Unissued Banknote Never See

Ireland’s unissued Series B £100: Grace O’Malley front, genealogical map reverse—cancelled in the late 1980s; proofs resurfaced in 2025 auctions. Full story.

Falkland Islands New Banknotes 2025: Polymer £5, £10 & £20

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Aug 28, 2025 4 min read

Falkland Islands New Banknotes 2025: Polymer £5, £10 & £20

Falkland Islands, a small archipelago just taught the big issuers how to do a full-family refresh: bold theme, modern substrate, and wildlife swagger you...

Zambia Banknotes: Security Features And Updates

Curiosity

Aug 27, 2025 3 min read

Zambia Banknotes: Security Features And Updates

Discover Zambia banknotes, their security features, and the latest updates on the Central Bank's efforts to combat forgeries.

News

Aug 27, 2025 3 min read

Breaking News: Mexico 100th Anniversary Banknotes 2025 Exposed

Mexico 100th Anniversary Banknotes: Mexico turns 100—well, its central bank does—and it’s celebrating with a silver heavyweight and a neat flex printed right on...

Mauritius New Polymer Banknotes 2025: Rs100 & Rs200 — Heritage Meets Innovation

News

Aug 26, 2025 3 min read

Mauritius New Polymer Banknotes 2025: Rs100 & Rs200 — Heritage Meets Innovation

Mauritius just swapped paper for polymer on the everyday notes and did it with style: a dodo that shimmers, markets that bustle, and portraits...

Swiss Banknotes: A New Era Of Currency Design

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Aug 26, 2025 4 min read

Swiss Banknotes: A New Era Of Currency Design

Discover the innovative designs of Swiss banknotes that celebrate the country's unique landscapes and cultural heritage.

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