Starting with December 11, 2017, the National Bank of Moldova puts into circulation on Moldova’s territory the modernized banknote with the face value of 5 lei. The modernization of banknotes by introducing new security features is a common practice applied by most central banks with the aim of reducing the risks of national currency forgery and counterfeiting, IPN reports, with reference to a press release of the Bank.
Thus, the “BNM” text will now appear on the metallic thread embedded in the paper to show blue fluorescence in ultraviolet light. The fluorescence may be also seen on the blank area of the obverse, where a green rectangle will be observed in ultraviolet light. The BNM logo and the “BNM” text are inserted inside the rectangle.
The banknote’s design and size are identical to the previously issued banknotes. The previously issued banknotes, with the respective face value, will be into circulation in parallel with the modernized banknotes and will be gradually withdrawn once they are unsuitable for circulation, as a result of their normal wear and tear.
