Category: Cash Handling

In the vibrant realm of numismatics, a new chapter has just been written. With the recent introduction of King Charles banknotes and coins, the United Kingdom is witnessing a monumental shift in its monetary landscape. This change not only celebrates a new monarch but also signifies a modern evolution in our currency system. As collectors … Read More

In this modern day and age, we’re all looking for ways to make our lives easier and save time. If you run a cash handling business, here’s some good news for you – you can make your life much easier by purchasing one simple item. By investing in a money counting machine, not only will … Read More

If you own a cash-handling business, you’ll certainly be interested in ways to protect yourself and your staff from counterfeit thieves. Luckily, there are several products available to help with this. As an example, the ZZap counterfeit detectors are all designed to verify banknotes more efficiently than even the most experienced cashier. Before we look … Read More

In 2024, businesses and individuals have more choice than ever when it comes to counting their profits. Luckily there are a number of products on the market to help you do so quickly and accurately. But what are some of the top money counting machines out there? Let’s take a deeper look into which machines … Read More

The history of the £20 note The £20 note is Britain’s most commonly circulating note, which is perhaps why it’s the most commonly forged note in the UK. There are double the amount of £20 notes in circulation compared to £10 notes – two billion of them to be exact! This is even more than … Read More

If you’re working in any cash handling business environment, you’ll understand first hand the importance of tools and machines to make your working day easier and more efficient. The first kind of machine that might spring to mind would be a banknote or coin counting machine, which is the simplest way to guarantee accuracy and … Read More

Given the current economic climate, the satirical answer to this question would be “not a lot”. But, that may not be the case. Out there in money jars and down the backs of sofas may be rare British coins that could fetch a pretty penny indeed. What are rare coins worth? In 2016, the government … Read More

Of the many weird questions people ask about money, this is one you probably hear the most: How much can you legally pay in change. And, if all coins are legal tender, why is there a limit in the first place? You’ve probably heard about the story of when Samsung paid Apple its $1bn fine … Read More

Do you ever look at your change and think: “how are those coins actually made?” How our money is made is an important part of understanding both their security against forgery and the coin’s place in our society. The shape and size of our coins, as well as what is displayed on them are all … Read More

Understanding how to spot fake money is an important skill for anyone who handles cash. In addition to supporting crime, failing to spot fake notes could have a serious impact on your business. At any one time, there are around 3.7 billion banknotes in circulation, with a face value of around £70 billion. Of these, … Read More