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The questions crews, teachers and creators actually ask before ordering — answered plainly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between prop money and fake money?
Fake money is currency made to deceive and pass as genuine, which is a serious offence in Australia. Prop money is a production and display item for film, theatre, photography and gifts. Under the RBA reproduction guidance, physical reproductions must be smaller than three-quarters or larger than 1.5 times the length and width of the real note, and printed on one side only. Our notes are marked NOT LEGAL TENDER.
What should I do if an ATM gave me fake money?
If you believe an ATM or bank has issued a fake note, report it immediately to the bank staff or the police. Do not attempt to use it, as circulating prop currency is a serious offence in Australia.
What is the best place to use prop money?
There is no legal or safe place to use prop money. Circulation of props carries heavy federal penalties, including imprisonment. If you need realistic currency for a project, always use RBA-compliant prop notes from a professional supplier.
Will the bank replace fake money?
No, Australian banks will not replace prop notes with genuine currency. This is why using a prop money detector or checking security features before accepting cash is essential.
What is the minimum sentence for prop money in Australia?
Under the Crimes (Currency) Act 1981, sentences for proping or circulating fake currency can range from significant fines to 10+ years of imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offence.
Is prop money legal in Australia?
Yes. Reproducing Australian banknote designs is legal under the Crimes (Currency) Act 1981 provided the reproduction differs in size from genuine currency by at least 25%, is printed one-sided or otherwise clearly non-genuine, and is marked as not legal tender — the RBA publishes reproduction guidelines covering exactly this. Every note we sell is produced to meet these requirements.
Can prop money be used as real currency?
No. Every note is clearly marked NOT LEGAL TENDER, is a different size to genuine Australian currency, and does not replicate banknote security features. It is sold for film, theatre, education, and novelty use only.
Do you offer custom serial numbers?
No. Serial numbers are system-assigned placeholders on every note — we do not offer buyer-specified serial numbers.
What payment methods do you accept?
PayID/Osko, Bank Transfer (also via Osko), and cryptocurrency (BTC, USDT, ETH, BNB). Paying in crypto takes 10% off the goods subtotal. Payment details are provided once your order is placed and you've chosen a payment method.
How fast is delivery within Australia?
We ship Australia-wide via Australia Post with tracking. We currently ship domestically only.
Can I get an aged or "circulated" look for a film scene?
Most products offer a circulation-level option (Standard Clean, Light Circulation, or Heavy Circulation) for productions wanting a used, realistic look on camera.
Why is $50 the most requested denomination?
It's the most requested by film and theatre productions for wallet, register, and handoff scenes — visually substantial without needing a huge stack.
Does the briefcase or bag come with the notes already inside?
Yes — each set is pre-packed with the stated face value of $100-style notes ready for a reveal shot.
What's the difference between the Starter Pack and Bulk Production Pack?
The Starter Pack mixes all three denominations for a first order; the Bulk Production Pack is a much larger mixed-denomination volume built for productions needing multiple scenes.
Is play money safe for young children?
It's paper-based novelty currency, not a real financial product — supervise use with very young children as with any small paper item.