REPLACEMENTS BANKNOTE COLLECTION

The Replacement or Star Banknote Collection features notes issued to replace damaged or misprinted originals during production. Often marked with a special symbol, such as a star, special prefix (z, zz, x, etc.,) to the serial number, these banknotes are identical in design to regular issues but indicate their role as replacements. Collecting star notes offers insight into the printing and quality control processes of currency production, making them an interesting and specialized theme for enthusiasts.