U.S. currency visual reference
$100 · One hundred dollars
Reference the watermark, thread, color-shifting numeral, and blue security-ribbon location.
Fictional visual placeholder
$100
Front layout reference
No currency imagery · compare approved materials
Fictional visual placeholder
$100
Back layout reference
No currency imagery · compare approved materials
What to visually inspect
- Watermark
- Use transmitted light to locate the documented watermark area; compare the feature visually to an approved reference.
- Security thread
- Use transmitted light to locate the embedded security-thread area; use as one visual check only.
- Color-shifting feature
- Tilt to observe the documented color-shifting ink area where applicable.
- Security ribbon
- Observe the location and movement behavior of the security ribbon as documented by the issuing authority.
- Raised printing
- Feel for the generally raised texture of intaglio printing in documented areas; wear, condition, and handling affect feel.
- Other documented references
- Front and back layout comparison · Portrait and border-detail placement · Serial-number / seal placement reference · Paper and print-detail visual review