Security features of the €50 banknote, Europa series Counterfeit detection

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Front side
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Please touch the security features with the mouse.

Rückseite einer 50-Euro-Banknote der Europa-Serie Security thread Glossy stripe Window
Security thread
Security thread

The security thread can be seen as a dark line in the middle third of the banknote. In the security thread, the value numeral and the € symbol can be seen, alternating in normal writing and mirror writing.

Glossy stripe
Glossy stripe

Depending on the viewing angle, the glossy stripe appears golden or is nearly invisible.

Window
Window

Top: When tilted, the window reveals several times the value numeral in rainbow colours. <br><br>Below: The portrait of Europa in the window can be seen in the window when the banknote is held against the ligth.