Oh, absolutely! Every hue and pattern is a silent ambassador for a nation’s credibility. A deep navy with subtle gold accents usually signals stability, while bright reds can feel flashy but sometimes a bit risky. Even tiny watermark details—like a subtle dove—can make people feel the note is “safe” because it’s harder to counterfeit. So yes, the designer’s palette is basically a negotiation tool, just on paper.

Exactly—design is like the opening line of a chess match. It tells the other side, “I’m serious, I’ve got my numbers in order.” Then when the note actually lands on the table, the real bargaining starts: the weight of the paper, the ink’s tactile feel, even the faint scent of old paper can influence a buyer’s confidence. It’s the little physical cues that seal the deal after the first impression.