Counterfeit Deterrent Features for the Next-Generation Currency Design

Traditionally, counterfeit deterrent features restricted counterfeiting to only the dedicated craftsman. With the advent of highly sophisticated reprographic systems, this is no longer true. Redesign of U.S. banknotes is necessary in order to incorporate additional features aimed at discouraging counterfeiting using advanced copiers-scanners-printers. This volume evaluates a large number of such features while recommending a comprehensive national strategy for anticipating and responding to counterfeiting threats.Table of ContentsFront MatterExecutive Summary1 Introduction2 U.S. Banknote Counterfeiting Threats3 Assessment Methodology for Counterfeit-Deterrence4 Description and Assessment of Deterrent Features5 Counterfeit-Deterrent StrategiesAppendix A: Conclusions and Recommendations From Previous National Materials Advisory Board Reports on Counterfeit DeterrenceAppendix B: Advanced Non-Impact Color Reprographic TechnologiesAppendix C: Background on ColorAppendix D: Induced Moire Pattern BackgroundAppendix E: Methods for Authentication of Unique Random PatternsAppendix F: Biographical Sketches of Committee MembersGlossary