10000 francs 1956 — France ( Pick: 136 )
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Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10000 francs issued in France in 1956. It is cataloged under Pick number 136.
The front design features a multicolored depiction of the Arc de Triomphe on the left and Napoléon Bonaparte on the right. The back design showcases the Church of the Invalides in Paris on the right and Bonaparte on the left. This note measures 172 x 92 mm and was signed by Pol Gargam, Jacques Belin, and Gaston Goüin d'Ambrières. A total of 100,000 pieces were produced.
The design period for both sides spans from December 1, 1955, to December 6, 1956, with signatures attributed to P. Gargam from April 4, 1957, to October 2, 1958. The total production quantity reflects the bank's prioritization in circulation and collection.
The front design features a multicolored depiction of the Arc de Triomphe on the left and Napoléon Bonaparte on the right. The back design showcases the Church of the Invalides in Paris on the right and Bonaparte on the left. This note measures 172 x 92 mm and was signed by Pol Gargam, Jacques Belin, and Gaston Goüin d'Ambrières. A total of 100,000 pieces were produced.
The design period for both sides spans from December 1, 1955, to December 6, 1956, with signatures attributed to P. Gargam from April 4, 1957, to October 2, 1958. The total production quantity reflects the bank's prioritization in circulation and collection.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Pol Gargam, Jacques Belin, Gaston Goüin d'Ambrières
- Date of issue
- December 1, 1955
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Multicolour
- Dimensions
- 172 x 92 mm
- Amount produced
- 100,000
- Pick catalog
- 136
About this banknote
The Banque de France issued the 10,000 francs banknote (Pick 136) between 1955 and 1958. This series was introduced on December 1, 1955, with the first notes bearing the signatures of J. Belin, G. Gouin d'Ambrières, and P. Gargam.
The front of the banknote features a portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte on the right and the Arc de Triomphe on the left. The reverse depicts the Church of the Invalides in Paris on the right and another image of Bonaparte on the left. The note measures 172 x 92 mm and was printed on paper.
