Examples of post-production defects on Canadian banknotes
By Lightw4re | Thursday, June 15, 2017
Tear(s) / Minor Tear(s)
Generally visible at the top or bottom of the banknote, near a crease, or in a corner.
Stain(s) / Small stain(s) / Ink stain(s) / Rust stain(s)
Dirty mark(s) that is difficult to remove.
Tape
Often used to repear tears.
Graffiti / Writting
Generally hand-written.
Other possible defects
- Soiling
- Residue
- Pinhole(s) / Hole(s)
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