Introducing the Custom Banknote Print Studio
Lanklu Designs & Banknotes has launched the Custom Banknote Print Studio, allowing customers to easily turn their completed banknote designs into physical products. The tool offers an interactive online interface for choosing materials, sizes, and security features, while providing visual guides for artwork positioning. Customers can print small or large quantities of custom banknotes.
The Euro Is Getting a New Look: Inside the Competition to Redesign Europe’s Banknotes
For the first time since 2002, Europe will reveal new euro banknote designs. The European Central Bank shortlisted ten proposals, focusing on European culture and nature themes. A Reddit tournament voted on these designs, favoring nature motifs. The ECB's decision will finalize by late 2026, allowing time for development before circulation.
Why Are Banknotes the Size They Are? A Look at Currency Dimensions Around the World
Place a U.S. dollar next to a British pound or a euro and one…
Vertical Banknotes Around the World: Why Some Countries Turned Currency Sideways
Vertical banknotes are changing the way modern currency looks and functions. From Canada and Switzerland to Bermuda and Venezuela, explore why some countries turned their banknotes sideways through modern design, accessibility, and advanced security features.
Curaçao and Sint Maarten Wins 2025 IBNS Bank Note of the Year
The Curaçao and Sint Maarten 200 gulden has been awarded the 2025 IBNS Bank Note of the Year. Celebrated for its unique design featuring marine life and landmarks, this note stands out with its bold colors, layered security elements, and dynamic presentation. It is part of a new Caribbean guilder series launched in 2025.
Hybrid Paper-Polymer Banknotes: Where Tradition Meets Technology
Hybrid substrate banknotes blend cotton paper and polymer film, providing durability and security while retaining the traditional feel of paper. They incorporate advanced anti-counterfeiting features and have gained popularity among collectors and central banks. Countries like Namibia and Morocco are adopting this technology, signifying a shift towards modernized currency.
What Is Cryptoscrip?
Why I Created the Word Cryptoscrip When I started designing cryptocurrency-inspired banknotes, I ran…
Redesigned U.S. Dollar…
The U.S. dollar's design has remained largely unchanged for decades, prompting a discussion about potential redesigns that could reflect modern culture and technology. This exploration showcases various creative concepts that aim to embody contemporary values while maintaining trust and tradition.