EURO COUNTERFEITING
July 1st, 2004
BY KEITH NUTHALLWITH counterfeiting of the Euro currency increasing, the European Central Bank (ECB) has released advice to businesses on how to spot fake notes, without installing special equipment. "You only need to check a few features. Just feel the banknote, look at it and tilt it. If you're still uncertain, compare it with one you know is genuine," said the bank. The print is raised in parts, so "scratch it gently with your fingernail". Regarding watermarks, as well as checking them behind light, placing a banknote on a dark surface makes their light areas ...
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