This site is all about paper money. Most people associate money with earning and spending. Very few consider money as an art object or a collectable item. Only in the last several decades has paper money collecting as a hobby become more popular. Modern banknotes are very attractive and colorful, especially in uncirculated conditions favored by collectors. This site features over 2000 notes from 313 countries.

The banknotes are showcased in 7 major galleries by geographical regions. You can also find any particular country under country index. In addition, there are 9 special exhibits:

Banknote of the Year
Banknote Vignettes
Hybrid Polymer
Hyperinflation
Japanese Invasion Money
Millennium
Polymer Plastic
Queen Elizabeth II
U. S. Obsoletes

You will also find some interesting information related to paper money:

Banknote collectors directory
Banknote dealers directory
Banknote news
Fancy number banknotes
Is my money worth anything?
Paper money trivia
Replicas of U. S. obsoletes
Who use euro?

I hope you enjoy your visit. On your way out, you may want to stop by My Store to check out the banknotes I have for sale. This site changes frequently. So come back soon you hear!

Cambodia

May 17, 2013 - Cambodia issues a new 100,000 Riel note to celebrate the 60th birthday of King Norodom Sihamoni on May 14, 2013. This is the largest denomination in the nation. The note depicts the late King Father Norodom Sihanouk and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath on the front, and the two monarchs together with their son, the current King Norodom Sihamoni on the back. See pictures of the new note in my gallery.

Turkey

May 16, 2013 - The Central Bank of Turkey issued a new 5 Lira note on April 8, 2013. The new note is similar to the 2009 issue except in purple instead of tan color and with new signatures. See pictures of the new note in my gallery.

Barbados

May 9, 2013 - The Central Bank of Barbados is issuing redesigned banknotes for the first time in 40 years. This new series, with its bold, modern design and vibrant hues, was launched on May 2, 2013. See pictures of the new notes on my blog.

News Archive

Philippines 50 Piso 2013 Saint Pedro Colungsod and 100 Piso 2012 (2013) Manila Hotel Centennial commemorative scans

European Union 5 Euro 2013 scans

Cambodia 100,000 Riel 2012 (2013) scans

Turkey 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 Lira 2009 scans; 5 Lira 2009 (2013) scans

Mexico 50 Pesos 2013 scans