Highly effective and inexpensive tool for detecting bad bills. Simply make a small mark on U.S. currency. Chemically sensitive ink works instantly. An amber mark passes the test, while a dark brown or black mark means the bill is probably counterfeit. Works on all new design U.S. currency (bills series 1959 and later). Includes reusable UV-LED light cap to check UV security threads. Works on U.S. and most foreign currency, passports, cashier's checks and money orders. Counterfeit Bill Detector Type: Pen; Marking Color: Amber; Counterfeit Indication Mark: Black; Dark Brown; Currency: U.S. and most foreign currencies.