The state of preservation of banknotes is very important when it comes to preserving their value.
If your preferred method of saving is still the US currency, you should know that in our country the US currency is very relevant. status of dollar billsIf the ones you have are stained, worn or broken, it is very likely that they are worth less and it will be difficult to exchange them.
It is true that the possibility of doing so exists, and we have mentioned it on other occasions on our portal. But to avoid you having to get into this situation, we will give you key tips so that you can avoid their deterioration and be able to store them in the best way.
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Dollars: for this reason you should not fold the bills you keep at home
Every fold you make on the banknote can leave marks, wear down or damage its integrity, so it is best to store them in a way that can prevent these folds. It is also necessary to avoid handling them, because contact with the skin can cause wear.
The humidity and sunlight are other important enemies of paper money. That is why it is preferable to keep them at a suitable temperature and in rather dark places.
What is the best way to store dollars at home and prevent them from breaking or staining?
What you see in the image above is one of the worst ways to preserve banknotes. The elastic band tends to deteriorate over time and can break or, in the worst case, stick together. This leaves a stain or can even cause the band to break when you try to remove it.
The best way to preserve them is to store them in a place where they are not exposed to sunlight. It is also important that the humidity does not exceed 55%. It is essential to avoid metal compartments, which can cause rust. And finally, the temperature should be around 24º Celsius.
Source: Ambito
