He’s the type not to be fooled. To know at first glance if we are trying to give him a fake note. Yvan Petranzan knows where the subtleties and sophistications of paper are hidden, which guarantee its authenticity. Except those invisible to the naked eye, of course, and there are more and more of them. That, he does not ignore. He is also aware of which notes are the easiest to copy and which actually are. His qualifications and experience might make any counterfeiter. He was also suggested this way. But in Switzerland, land of the traditional and authentic bank, we do not forgive the budding Farinet. The penalties are among the harshest in the world.
The unexpected conversion of banknote manufacturer Yvan Petranzan into a prolific artist
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
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Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
Editor-in-Chief Prize-winning journalist with over 20 years of international news experience. Alexandra leads the editorial team, ensuring every story meets the highest standards of accuracy and journalistic integrity.