Even Mexico's ahead of the game. They issued the first see-through hologrammed bill a few months ago, the 20 peso bill. Looking forward to the rest of them. They're very durable, it's nice that they're washable, though I don't generally put mine in the dishwasher :P
What really rocks about them is that they don't seem to wrinkle up so badly and it's impossible to wad them up so it's easier to close a wallet.
The US definitely needs to change the currency. In low light I've given out 50's for 5's..at least the Mexican bills are different colors AND sizes..so you don't give out a 500 peso bill for a 50. The lower denomination bills are smaller, so you can grab one almost without looking at them. They also have coins up to 20 pesos, which is cool.
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