Today, banknotes are objects inextricably linked to national or supranational identity. Emblazoned with landmarks, historical figures, mottos, emblems, or iconic monuments, banknotes tend to reflect a sense of communal pride, are symbolic in nature, and reflective of the evolution of identity. The redesign of banknotes can cause as much political upheaval as social unity and is a process that can take years, calling on the expertise of certain industry giants. Redesigning banknotes means taking into account both aesthetic and security concerns and only a few expert firms have the experience to undertake such a politically and socially dynamic task.