100 francs 1936 — France ( Pick: 78 )
Banknote description
The front side features a multicolor design depicting a woman with a child on both the left and right sides. The signature title "LE CAISSIER PRINCIPAL" is present, along with various signatures for different periods: L. Platet and A. Aupetit (from 29.11.1923 to 26.6.1926), L. Platet and P. Strohl (from 1.7.1926 to 29.12.1932), and J. Boyer and P. Strohl (from 12.1.1933 to 30.6.1937).
The banknote is multicolored. The signatures correlate with the banknote's design period, which spans from 1923 to 1937.
Specifications
- Colour
- Multicolour
- Dimensions
- 182 x 112 mm
- Pick catalog
- 78
About this banknote
The Banque de France issued the 100 francs "Luc Olivier Merson" banknote from 1908 to 1939, replacing the previous 100 francs "bleu et rose" note. This series was introduced on January 1, 1908, and remained in circulation until it was succeeded by the 100 francs "Sully" note.
The front of the note features allegorical representations of Agriculture and Commerce, with a woman and child depicted on both the left and right sides. The reverse showcases allegories of Labor and Fortune, including a depiction of a blacksmith. The note measures 182 x 112 mm and is multicolored. The 1936 issues bear the signatures of J. Boyer as "Le Caissier Principal" and P. Strohl as "Le Secrétaire Général," with their tenure spanning from January 12, 1933, to June 30, 1937.
