In addition to the regular security measures, there is another type of check to detect counterfeit copies.
The US Federal Reserve warned about the growth of counterfeit banknotes in recent decadeswhich is why it has taken various measures to combat fraud. Firstly, it has issued a new copy with reinforced security measures, and secondly, it has distributed information to provide the population with ways to verify the authenticity of the dollars.
In this sense, in our country we have echoed the warnings, and different organizations distribute the knowledge to detect possible dollar bills that may be false. In this case, the College of Notaries communicated the rubbing method as an additional measure for verification.
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What is the rubbing technique to find out if my dollar is fake?
As the name suggests, the technique of Rubbing the bill to see if the dollar is fake or notinvolves dragging the copy on a sheet of white paper to see if it leaves any residue that is not typical of the dollar printed by the United States.
If the paper is stained with excess wax, we are dealing with a counterfeit banknote. The original does not leave large amounts of residue, because it does not have the excess wax that counterfeit banknotes usually have. In any case, a dark green mark typical of the banknote will remain on the sheet.
If the bill is scratched where the paper was used to rub it, we are dealing with a counterfeit bill.
What are the other techniques to know if I have counterfeit dollars?
Other important features are the classic ones, such as the watermark. When the banknote is exposed to light, the portrait used on the front should be visible on both sides on the right side. There is also the security thread, which shows silver segments.
Another component is the silk threads that can be seen with a magnifying glass. Counterfeiters often replace these by painting the paper with coloured pencils. In addition, under UV light the banknote should retain its original colour. If the paper turns white or the security strip turns dark yellow, it is a fake.
Also, the original bill has small colored hairs that do not stand out under ultraviolet light.
Source: Ambito
