100 franc 1940 — Algeria ( Pick: 85 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Algeria, dated 1940, carries a denomination of 100 francs. The front design features an Algerian with a turban on the left side and belongs to the 1938-1939 issue, which spans from March 7, 1939, to March 5, 1942. The note is multicolour.
The reverse side depicts plowing with oxen at the center. The watermark is a woman's head, indicative of the 1941 issue. This banknote is cataloged under Pick number 85.
The reverse side depicts plowing with oxen at the center. The watermark is a woman's head, indicative of the 1941 issue. This banknote is cataloged under Pick number 85.
Specifications
- Colour
- Multicolour
- Pick catalog
- 85
About this banknote
The Banque de l'Algérie issued the 100 franc banknote (Pick 85) between 1939 and 1945. This series was introduced on July 3, 1939, with the earliest known issue date being July 3, 1939, and continued until March 5, 1942.
The front of the note features an Algerian man wearing a turban on the left side, with mountains in the background. The reverse depicts a farmer plowing with oxen, set against hillside buildings. The watermark is a woman's head in profile. The note measures 155 x 92 mm and was printed by the Banque de France.
