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The first recorded use of polymer notes was in Australia (1988). The need to preserve physical cash has led to the innovative use of polymer as a durable, secure, and sustainable alternative material for banknote production. The first recorded use of polymer notes was in Australia (1988) when the $10 bill was replaced in celebration of the nation’s bicentennial anniversary. The Australian dollar was completely switched to polymer banknotes in 1996. Other countries like New Zealand and Romania followed suit in 1999 and 2003 respectively. African countries have also joined the league of nations …

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