100 franc 1963 — Gabon ( Pick: 3d )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 franc issued in Gabon in 1963. It is cataloged under Pick number 3d. This note features a design in brown and multicolor, printed on paper, with dimensions measuring 128 x 84 mm.
The banknote is produced by the Banque de France in Paris, France. It is printed on paper, and its distinct multicolored appearance adds to its visual characteristics.
The involvement of the Banque de France in printing indicates collaboration in Gabon's monetary affairs during its early independence years. Gabon gained independence on August 16, 1960.
The banknote is produced by the Banque de France in Paris, France. It is printed on paper, and its distinct multicolored appearance adds to its visual characteristics.
The involvement of the Banque de France in printing indicates collaboration in Gabon's monetary affairs during its early independence years. Gabon gained independence on August 16, 1960.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1963
- Printing office
- Banque de France, Paris, France
- Colour
- brown and multicolor
- Dimensions
- 128 x 84 mm
- Pick catalog
- 3d
About this banknote
The 100 franc banknote from Gabon was issued by the Banque Centrale des États de l'Afrique Équatoriale, in the year 1963. This series was part of the currencies introduced for the Equatorial African States following independence from colonial rule, aiming to establish a unified monetary system.
The front side of the note features a portrait of a Gabonese man along with traditional African huts, highlighting local architecture. The back side depicts elephants in a natural setting and traditional African weaponry. Printed by the Banque de France in Paris, this particular banknote is catalogued as Pick 3d, measuring 128 x 84 mm.