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Proof banknote

A proof banknote is one that is printed to test the printing plates to see if it is suitable or not for putting into full production.

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A proof banknote1 is one that is printed to test the printing plates to see if it is suitable or not for putting into full production.

A reason a proof banknote may be rejected is the colour is not suitable for one reason or other reasons.

Another reason a proof banknote may be rejected is due to the design itself being unsuitable for one reason or other reasons.

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  1. "The American Paper Money Collection with 36 unique proof banknotes pri". store.thehistorylist.com. Retrieved 18 October 2025.