Banknotes and Security Features Flashcards
Define polymer substrate?
What Australian banknotes are printed on, they are a type of plastic with a distinctive feel
Define top to bottom window?
The window is an integral security feature of the banknote which contains security in thee clear top to bottom window
Define 3D image?
The banknote can be tilted to see a 3D image with a colourful border
Define flying bird?
If you tilt the banknote you can see a bird move its wings and change colour in the top to bottom window
Define reversing number?
When you tilt the banknote you can see a number change direction, either forwards, backwards or it disappears
Define rolling colour effect?
You can see a prominent patch near the top corner and a bird shape on the other side when tilting the banknote
Define image in small window?
When you look into a small, clear window the image has a light and dark effect
Define intaglio print?
Feel the distinctive texture of the dark printing by running a finger across the portraits and numerals
Define background print?
Multi-directional and multi-coloured fine-line patterns appear on each side of the banknote
Define fluorescent ink?
Put the banknote under a UV light and a bird, serial number and year of print will show up
What are serial numbers on banknotes?
They are used as a control mechanism for governments to know the exact number of banknotes being printed and control the banknotes currently in circulation
Why are banknotes not made of ordinary paper?
Because it is easy to counterfeit and provides no security measures
Why are coins comparatively valuable?
Because they are in high demand as they are worth a certain amount in the currency which everyone wants, no matter how much precious metals they are made out of
Who in Australia is responsible for the issuing of bank notes?
The Reserve Bank of Australia is responsible for all issuance and production of banknotes in Australia
