100 franc 1964 — Algeria ( Pick: 125a )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 franc issued in Algeria in 1964. It is cataloged under Pick number 125a. The front design features a scene from the Port of d'Algers, rendered in multicolor. The back showcases a modern building complex positioned at the left center. The watermark depicts Amir Abd el-Kader, and the serial number and date use two styles of numerals, specifically variant a in French block style.
This note measures 220 x 112 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by Seghir Mostefai, the Governor, and Bouasria Belghoula, the Director General. The printing office is the Banque de France located in Paris, France.
In 1964, Algeria became an independent nation after gaining independence from France in 1962.
This note measures 220 x 112 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by Seghir Mostefai, the Governor, and Bouasria Belghoula, the Director General. The printing office is the Banque de France located in Paris, France.
In 1964, Algeria became an independent nation after gaining independence from France in 1962.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Seghir Mostefai (Governor), Bouasria Belghoula (Director General)
- Date of issue
- 11 April 1964
- Printing office
- Banque de France, Paris, France
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Multicolor
- Dimensions
- 220 x 112 mm
- Pick catalog
- 125a
About this banknote
The Bank of Algeria issued the 100 franc note series in 1964. The series was introduced during a period of significant change, as Algeria had gained independence from France in 1962 and was establishing its financial independence. The banknotes were printed by the Banque de France in Paris.
The front of the banknote features a multicolor depiction of the Port of Algiers harbor scene. The reverse side shows a modern building complex at the left center. This note includes a watermark of Amir Abd el-Kader, a notable Algerian leader. It was signed by Seghir Mostefai as Governor and Bouasria Belghoula as Director General.
