100 franc 1942 — Martinique ( Pick: 19 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 franc issued in Martinique in 1942. It is cataloged under Pick number 19. The note is printed on cotton paper and has dimensions of 180 x 90 mm. The banknote is primarily green in color and features the signatures of René Didelot (Director), Edmond Rosemain (Cashier), and Marcel Calvi (Censor).
This banknote was produced by the American Bank Note Company (U.S.A.). No specific series or period is noted, and the banknote is part of a registered issue.
The banknote's production characteristic reflects the use of cotton paper, common for the time. The American Bank Note Company was notable for its craftsmanship in banknote production during the early 1940s.
This banknote was produced by the American Bank Note Company (U.S.A.). No specific series or period is noted, and the banknote is part of a registered issue.
The banknote's production characteristic reflects the use of cotton paper, common for the time. The American Bank Note Company was notable for its craftsmanship in banknote production during the early 1940s.
Specifications
- Signed by
- René Didelot (Director), Edmond Rosemain (Cashier), Marcel Calvi (Censor)
- Date of issue
- circa 1942
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company (U.S.A.)
- Paper
- cotton paper
- Colour
- green
- Dimensions
- 180 x 90 mm
- Pick catalog
- 19
About this banknote
The Banque de la Martinique issued this 100 franc banknote in 1942. This series was introduced during World War II, a time when many overseas territories sought to secure their currency supplies amidst global disruptions. The note was printed by the American Bank Note Company in the United States.
The front side of the note features an allegorical figure seated with a basket of fruits, set against a lush, natural backdrop. The back depicts a similar allegorical scene with a female figure and a child holding a basket of produce. The signatures on the note include René Didelot, Edmond Rosemain, and Marcel Calvi. It is identified as Pick number 19 and printed on cotton paper.
