100 franc 1932 — Belgium ( Pick: 102 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 franc issued in Belgium in 1932. It is cataloged under Pick number 102. The dimensions of the note are 185 x 108 mm, and it is printed on paper.
The front side features a blue-black design on an ochre and pale blue underprint, showcasing portraits of King Albert and Queen Elizabeth on the left. The design is similar to another issue, specifically #95. The back side displays an image of a man with tools on the right.
This note is characterized by its brown grey and grey coloration. It includes a watermark of King Leopold I.
The front side features a blue-black design on an ochre and pale blue underprint, showcasing portraits of King Albert and Queen Elizabeth on the left. The design is similar to another issue, specifically #95. The back side displays an image of a man with tools on the right.
This note is characterized by its brown grey and grey coloration. It includes a watermark of King Leopold I.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1927-1932
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- brown grey and grey
- Dimensions
- 185 x 108 mm
- Pick catalog
- 102
About this banknote
The National Bank of Belgium issued the 100 Francs (20 Belgas) banknote, cataloged as Pick 102, between July 1, 1927, and August 2, 1932. This series was introduced to standardize the currency denominations during King Albert I's reign.
The obverse features portraits of King Albert I and Queen Elizabeth within a medallion, accompanied by a lion resting among various artistic instruments. The reverse depicts a blacksmith at work, with a city view and the coat of arms of Liège. The banknote measures 185 x 108 mm and includes a watermark of King Leopold I.
