KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

1000 francs 1953 — France ( Pick: 134 )

Region: Europe
Front side
1000 francs France 1953 — Front side
Back side
1000 francs France 1953 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 1000 francs issued in France in 1953. It falls under Pick number 134. This note features a multicolor design with the Palais Cardinal depicted on the front, and Armand du Plessis, Cardinal Richelieu positioned to the right. The reverse displays the town gate of Richelieu, located in Indre et Loire, also featuring the signatures of J. Belin, G. Gouin d'Ambrières, and P. Gargam.

Produced on paper, this banknote measures 150 x 80 mm. The printing office responsible for this issue is the Banque de France. The front design period spans from 1953 to 1957, while specific signatures indicate validity from February 4, 1953, to December 6, 1956, and from March 7, 1957, to September 5, 1957.

The 1000 francs note contributes to the documentation of mid-20th century French currency. The Banque de France managed the production of various denominations during the post-war recovery, reflecting the economic conditions of the time.

Specifications

Signed by
Pol Gargam, Jacques Belin, Gaston Goüin d'Ambrières
Date of issue
1953-1957
Printing office
Banque de France
Paper
Papier
Colour
Multicolour
Dimensions
150 x 80 mm
Pick catalog
134

About this banknote

The "Banque de France" issued the 1000 francs banknote with Pick number 134 in 1953. This series was introduced to modernize France's currency post-World War II, following a significant monetary reform. The notes were circulated from April 2, 1953, to September 5, 1957.

The front side features a multicolor design with the Palais Cardinal across and Cardinal Richelieu to the right. On the back, it showcases the town gate of Richelieu in Indre et Loire. This banknote measures 150 x 80 mm and was signed by Pol Gargam, Jacques Belin, and Gaston Goüin d'Ambrières.

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