Ecuador does not have its own banknotes. Instead, it uses US Dollars as its official currency. It is one of about 25 nations that use US dollars are one of, or their only recognized currency. Ecuador made the decision to… Read More

We all learned about the great Egyptian culture and pharaohs in history class as children. And with its Pyramids at Giza, Suez Canal and other historical sites, Egypt is on many people’s bucket list to visit. Egypt also hosts many… Read More

People love banknotes. People also love art and history. Put these together and you get one of the most successful novelty note business ever. The Zero Euro Banknote Collector Series has brought special collectable notes to a whole new generation… Read More

In 1991, the people of Eritrea won their independence from Ethiopia. Thirty years of war saw the Eritrea People’s Liberation Front (EPLF) and a coalition of rebels took control of Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa to end the conflict and lead… Read More

Every year, among the numismatic community, a competition is held where the best banknote of the year is chosen. Members are asked to vote on the banknotes based on artistic merit, imaginative design and the use of new security features.… Read More