Abstract: Banknote serial number processing method and apparatus having a serial number recording step where images of serial numbers associated with to-be-newly recorded banknotes are subjected to image recognition. Image recognition is followed by a conversion step involving a conversion of the image recognized serial numbers to digital data inclusive of digital serial number data and bundle codes. There is also a comparison step which includes a comparing of digital data produced in the conversion step with read-in or provided serial number data, with the provided serial number data being derived from a database containing serial number data of non-counterfeit banknotes which represent banknotes unlawfully obtained by a third party. Comparison hits trigger an alarm and/or forwarding of information, while non-comparison hit banknotes are forwarded to memory with associated bundle coding.

Abstract: This invention relates to the banknote serial number processing method and its device. Including: banknote serial number recording step, that is to convert the banknote serial number into image signal by using image capture device; banknote serial number recording decoded step, i.e.