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Does the bank put security marks on Euros?

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Yes. There are several security features on the new generation of Euros. First is the paper they use, and the raised print. They also use a portrait window on the side of the note, a portrait watermark and a security thread in the middle, which can be seen in direct light. By tilting the banknote, you can see several holograms. Moreover, the banknote looks different in several conditions, such as under UV light.

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I have 500 Euro with Chinese characters and the same serial number on all 3000 pieces. Is the money fake?

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Yes. Serial numbers must be different, and there are no Chinese characters on any Euro note.

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I have 2002 series Euros with Chinese characters on the front and back of the bills. Are they real or collector's items?

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If you are looking at the front and these "Chinese characters" are on the upper left, and if you are looking at the back and they are on the upper right, these are not Chinese characters, they are partial prints of the denomination of the bill, if you hold it up to the light, this will show the full numerical denomination.

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What do I do if I have fake currency?

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Report it to the police where you got them. The police will take appropriate action on the matter of counterfeiting currencies.

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My 500 Euro has Chinese writing on it, is it fake?

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If these "Chinese characters" are on the upper left on the front and the upper right on the back, these are not Chinese characters. They are partial prints of the denomination of the bill. If you hold it up to the light, the full numerical denomination will show.

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