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Travelers' checks

Scope note

Internationally redeemable checks purchasable from a bank, express company, or travel agency, in various denominations, valid only with the holder's own endorsement against his/her original signature. AHD

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000193973

Broader Terms used

checks

Term used for

checks, travelers'

Equivalent Terms used

traveler's check

Created

13yrs ago

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