1 franc 1918 — Algeria ( Pick: NL )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Algeria, dated 1918, carries a denomination of 1 franc. It features a color scheme of red and blue.
Identified under Pick number NL, this note is an entry within the documented banknotes of this timeframe. Its details confirm its classification among available currency for the given year.
Identified under Pick number NL, this note is an entry within the documented banknotes of this timeframe. Its details confirm its classification among available currency for the given year.
Specifications
- Colour
- Red and blue
- Pick catalog
- NL
About this banknote
The "Chambre de Commerce" in Algeria issued this 1 franc banknote in 1918 during World War I. These emergency notes were introduced to address small change shortages caused by the war, allowing local economies to function despite coin shortages.
The front side of the note features ornate designs with two crests and the inscription "Un Franc." The back side showcases a landscape with a tree and mountains, framed with decorative elements. These notes were exchangeable against bills from the Bank of Algeria, ensuring their utility in daily transactions.
