Norges Bank

Check that the banknote is genuine

Look, tilt, feel

Paper quality

The banknotes are printed on cotton paper, which feels different from ordinary paper. The cotton paper has been treated with a dirt-resistant coating, which gives it a smooth surface.

Raised print

The primary motif and a number of details on the front are printed in intaglio, which can be felt.

Markings for the blind and visually impaired

There are raised lines printed along the short edges of the notes to enable the blind and the visually  impaired to distinguish between the denominations. The higher the value, the more lines. On the 100-krone banknote, there are two groups of four lines, or eight lines altogether.

Are you still unsure? There are even more security features to check.

Published 30 May 2017 10:00
Published 30 May 2017 10:00