There’s a Lot Hidden in a ₹100 Note

A ₹100 note might look simple at first, but it contains several features designed to make it easier to identify and harder to counterfeit.

For example, Indian currency notes use features such as watermarks, security threads, colour-shifting elements and raised printing. Some of these can be seen, while others can be felt or checked more closely.

The ₹100 note also has an interesting piece of Indian history on its reverse side: Rani ki Vav, the famous stepwell in Gujarat. It was built centuries ago and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The note also includes its denomination in multiple forms and scripts, helping people identify its value.

So the next time you have a ₹100 note in your wallet, take a closer look. The design isn't just there to make the note look good — it combines security, accessibility and a piece of India's heritage into something you probably use without thinking twice.