Security Features
Security features in currency notes act as a safeguard to minimise the risk of counterfeiting. It is important for the public to be aware of the security features incorporated in genuine currency notes and be able to distinguish between genuine and fake notes.
Incorporated in each currency note is a multiplicity of security features which makes the counterfeiting of currency notes extremely difficult. The best method of detection is to compare a suspect note with a genuine note. Security features of Portrait series notes are set out below:
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The security features incorporated in the notes provide for visible identification and authentication both by eye and by machine.
There are usually easily detectable differences between a genuine note and a counterfeit one. Genuine paper does not reflect ultra-violet light and therefore does not glow when exposed to that light. The intaglio printing gives the note the tactile feel of raised print.
A counterfeit note is usually printed on lower quality paper and has a smooth and waxy feel. The paper also usually glows under ultra-violet light.
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