The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has issued notes in denominations of KES 50, KES 100, KES 200, KES 500 and KES 1000. With the increased number of con persons, landing a fake note is very easy in Kenya. Identifying a fake Kenya note is not easy for some of us. Here is the easiest way to do.
First and foremost, you should check the portrait watermark. The 3 dimensional portrait of a lion needs to be seen when you hold the note in the light. If you cannot see the note then know it is fake. Below the watermark, there should also be the value of the note for instance KES 100, 200 or 1000 and so son.Secondly, you can check the serial number of the note. The serial number should have asymmetrical and has progressively larger digits in adjacent positions. The numbers are supposed to glow whenever you look at them under the glow of UV light. Thirdly, the note should have a see through feature. The see through feature must form a complete elephant whenever you hold it under light. The feature will not form an elephant if it held where no light is.