100 franc 1963 — Belgium ( Pick: 134 )
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Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Belgium, dated 1963, carries a denomination of 100 francs. It features a design with violet on a multicolor underprint, displaying the text "1.2.1962-23.4.1975. Lambert Lom-EDUG DW OHIW. 4 VLJQDWXUH YDULHWLHV. %DFN $OOHJRULFDO fiJXUH DW FHQWHU." The note measures 138x69mm and has a watermark of King Baudouin I. The colour scheme is purple and cream.
It is cataloged under Pick number 134. The design elements and specifications conform to the documented characteristics of this banknote.
It is cataloged under Pick number 134. The design elements and specifications conform to the documented characteristics of this banknote.
Specifications
- Colour
- Purple and cream
- Pick catalog
- 134
About this banknote
The National Bank of Belgium issued the 100 franc banknote (Pick 134) on June 20, 1963. This series was introduced to replace earlier designs and remained in circulation until its demonetization on June 11, 1981.
The obverse features a portrait of Lambert Lombard on the left, with the coat of arms of Liège, depicting the Perron. The reverse displays the interior courtyard of the Palace of the Prince-Bishops in Liège, including a statue of Orpheus by Lombard. The banknote measures 138 x 69 mm and has a watermark of King Baudouin I.
