How can you tell if a UK bank note is real?

Tilt the note from side to side. Check the words change between ‘Ten’ and ‘Pounds’. The ‘£’ symbol in the window is silver on the front of the note and copper on the back. When you tilt the note, a coloured quill at the side of the see‑through window will change from purple to orange.

Is my bank note fake?

A portrait of the Queen is printed on the window with the numerical value of the note and the words ‘Bank of England’ printed twice around the edge. A metallic image is positioned over the window. When you tilt the note from side to side, the words change between the value of the note and ‘Pounds’.

Is there an app to check bank notes?

The Bank of England has launched a smartphone app to guide people wishing to check the authenticity of bank notes. The app – Bank of England Banknotes – is free to download and enables users to view all current UK banknotes and some of their security features.

Are old UK notes still valid?

Old £20 and £50 notes are still valid and can be used alongside new ones up to the date they are withdrawn from circulation by Bank of England. Both the old £50 and the old £20 notes will be withdrawn on the same day – but don’t worry, there’s still plenty of time to use or exchange old for new.

Can you still use paper 20 notes?

Yes, you can continue to use paper £20 notes to make purchases at the moment. The old £20 notes will stay valid until the September 2022 expiry date given by the Bank of England. The Bank of England have said that many banks will still accept the “withdrawn notes as deposits from customers” and so will the Post Office.

Which banks issue notes valid in the UK?

Issuing banks and authorities

• Bank of Scotland.
• Royal Bank of Scotland.
• Clydesdale Bank.

How can you tell if cash is real or fake?

Here is a list of eight ways to tell if a bill is real or counterfeit:

1. Color-shifting Ink.
2. Watermark.
3. Blurry Borders, Printing, or Text.
4. Raised Printing.
5. Security Thread with Microprinting.
6. Ultraviolet Glow.
7. Red and Blue Threads.
8. Serial Numbers.

What do fake 20 pound notes look like?

For the old £20 note, the key features to look out for are a hologram where images change between a ‘£’ symbol and the number ’20’ when the note is tilted. There is also a ‘bright 20’ in the watermark at the top of the Queen’s portrait which can be seen when it is held up to the light.

Are old 10 pound notes worth anything?

What about old £10 notes? But “genuine Bank of England banknotes which have been withdrawn from circulation will retain their face value ‘for all time’ and can be exchanged at the Bank of England”, says the London Evening Standard.

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How to check your banknotes at the Bank of England?

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How can I check if my banknote is genuine?

You can see close-ups of all our banknotes, including details of their security features, in our banknote guides: The training highlights the security features on our notes, which you can use to check your notes are genuine. We also offer advice and a short test to check your understanding.

What is the Mercury bank note Checker made of?

Mercury Bank Note Checker is an electronic money checker with UV black light designed to aid in the detection of forged banknotes. Features on/off neon rocker switch, 4W F4T5 UV tube (Ref. 106.038). Comes in black plastic case.