CRANE CURRENCY

The Global Expert in Banknote Security 

Crane Currency, a Crane Co. company, is a fully integrated supplier of secure, durable and well-designed banknotes for central banks all over the world. A pioneer in advanced micro-optics technology, Crane Currency provides a wide range of engaging visual effects in features that increase the level of security and public trust in banknotes. 

Clients benefit from our combined expertise in design, paper making and printing and a culture of knowledge sharing and long-term partnerships. With over 200 years of heritage, Crane Currency is today a truly global company with offices in the US, Sweden and Malta – and a trusted partner to over 50 central banks worldwide.

INTUITIVE TECHNOLOGY

Micro-Optics

Crane Currency is in a very strong position with its micro-optics technology and design offerings. So far, we have introduced the first micro-optic security products and more are being developed by our R&D and Design Departments. With new forms and integration methods in the works, even more stunning visual effects will be used in the future. Such developments will enable banknote designs that remain years ahead of the counterfeiting threat.

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UPGRADING BANKNOTES WITH MICRO-OPTICS

Sharp Decrease of Counterfeits in Guyana

Dr. Gobind Ganga, the Governor of the Bank of Guyana, explains the decision behind upgrading the 1,000 GYD banknote with a RAPID® micro-optic security thread – and how counterfeiting dropped dramatically.

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