The Czech National Bank released a special 5,000-koruna banknote on September 22, 2026, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the National Bank of Czechoslovakia. Featuring a unique holographic element, the note quickly attracted collectors, leading to long queues at CNB branches. A maximum of three notes can be exchanged per person.
The Central Bank of Samoa announced a new 100 tala commemorative banknote honoring Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday, featuring her portraits across different life stages. Released as a collector's item, the note connects her legacy to their historic 1977 visit and showcases Samoan culture and landscapes, making it a unique collectible.
The Bank of Canada revealed a new vertical $20 banknote featuring King Charles III. Set to circulate from February 2027, it honors Indigenous culture, retains the Vimy Memorial, and introduces advanced security features, marking a significant evolution in Canadian currency.
Explore new banknotes of 2026 from around the world, including new denominations, major redesigns, commemoratives and newly released banknote series.
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.
The 1899 Silver Certificate merged aesthetic with modern cryptocurrency themes through a project called Cryptoscrip, inviting collectors to discuss this fusion of classic art and digital assets.
This thought experiment explores how Milwaukee, WI, and Boulder, CO, could express their unique identities through banknote design. Milwaukee's currency would emphasize industrial strength, while Boulder’s would reflect organic balance with nature, showcasing distinct values and visual narratives.
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.
