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Press Release by Saudi Arabian
Monetary Agency
An amended banknote of the denomination of One Hundred Saudi Riyals
will be put into circulation on Saturday 15/8/1424 H. corresponding to
11/10/2003 G. In accordance with Article 4 of the Saudi Currency Law,
SAMA has recommended to the Council of Ministers reprinting of the
100-riyal denomination which is expected to run out of stock, and
proposed the introduction of additional security features to the note.
The recommendation was approved on 18/4/1422. The proposed security
features will ensure the protection of the national currency, and
facilitate the use of the banknote by the public. The following are the
most important security features:
1.
Optically Variable Foil:
Optically variable foil forming ornamental shape consisting of the
emblem of the state and the note value that appear dynamic from certain
angels.
2.
Optically Variable Ink:
An ornamental shape printed by optically variable ink that shifts
gradually from golden colour to green colour when the note is tilted.
3.
Windowed Security Thread:
A
metallic windowed security thread of 4 mm width with a clear text of
"مؤسسة النقد العربي السعودي"
and the note value " 100" appear when exposing the note to
light.
4.
Note Value Water Mark:
Represents
the note value "100" that appears when exposing the note to light.
5.
Visually Impaired Recognition Feature:
An
ornamented shape printed twice in tactile intaglio printing to help the
blind and sight impaired people to recognize the value of the note when
felt.
In addition to the foregoing features,
the note has the following security features since its issue:
1. Water Mark :
Represents
the portrait of King Fahd that appears when exposing the note to light.
2. Tactile Intaglio Printing :
Bold
tactile intaglio printing scattered over the note that adds to the note
a rough texture, harmonious colours and clear design.
The note will be circulated along with
other denominations in circulation. SAMA hopes the new additions will
satisfy the public, enhance its confidence in the national currency,
protect it against all forms of forgery.
-For more information about
security features
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