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With the rise in technology, it’s much easier to print a counterfeit bill than ever before, but that doesn’t make it impossible to differentiate a fake $10 bill from a genuine one. The U.S. government has implemented several security features on its currency, and as long as you know what to look for, you’ll be able to spot the signs of a counterfeit in no time! Keep reading for an in-depth guide on how to examine your bill’s watermark, security thread, ink, and more.
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- If you suspect you have a counterfeit bill, do not return it to the person who gave it to you. Write down their details, such as their physical description and the license plate number of their vehicle. Then, contact your local police department or the United States Secret Service field office.[30]Thanks
- If you work with a lot of bills, consider buying a counterfeit money detector machine. It can quickly analyze watermarks, microprinting, and other security features, then alert you if your bill is fake.Thanks
References
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- ↑ https://www.mcphersoncountyks.us/DocumentCenter/View/1421/How-To-Detect-Counterfeit-Money?bidId=#:~:text=Genuine%20serial%20numbers%20have%20a,ink%20from%20the%20Treasury%20seal.
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- ↑ https://home.treasury.gov/about/history/the-treasury-building/secretarys-conference-room-and-diplomatic-reception-room/seal-of-the-treasury-department
- ↑ https://www.mcphersoncountyks.us/DocumentCenter/View/1421/How-To-Detect-Counterfeit-Money?bidId=#:~:text=Genuine%20serial%20numbers%20have%20a,ink%20from%20the%20Treasury%20seal.
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