100 franc 1913 — Belgium ( Pick: 71 )
Banknote description
This note measures 180 x 103 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by C. Tschaggeny and T. De Lanstsheere. The printing office is the National Bank of Belgium Printing Works located in Brussels, operational from 1851 to 2020.
The watermark features Minerva, and the back is primarily green. The note is part of a series from the early 20th century in Belgium, reflecting the country's monetary practices during that time.
Specifications
- Signed by
- C. Tschaggeny & T. De Lanstsheere
- Date of issue
- 1914
- Printing office
- National Bank of Belgium Printing Works, Brussels, Belgium (1851-2020)
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Black and brown on pink and pale green underprint
- Dimensions
- 180 x 103 mm
- Pick catalog
- 71
About this banknote
The National Bank of Belgium issued the 100 franc banknote in 1913. This series was introduced during a period when the bank was expanding its currency designs to incorporate more intricate and symbolic artwork, influenced by Art Nouveau trends. It was a time of increased economic activities necessitating diversified banknote denominations.
The front side of this banknote features quadrigas driven by Ceres at the left and Neptune at the right, executed in black and brown on a pink and pale green underprint. The back side shows images of women sowing and harvesting, with a medallion and embossed arabesque design elements. It was printed by the National Bank of Belgium Printing Works in Brussels, with signatures by C. Tschaggeny and T. De Lanstsheere.
