10000 franc 2003 — Benin ( Pick: 218BL )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10,000 franc issued in Benin in 2003. It is cataloged under Pick number 218BL.
The banknote features a combination of colors including purple, violet, green, and orange, and it is printed on paper. Its dimensions are 145 x 74 mm. It is signed by Charles Konan Banny and Ayaovi Tignopka. It was produced by François-Charles Oberthur Fiduciaire.
In 2003, the Central Bank of West African States was focused on improving the anti-counterfeiting features and overall design of banknotes within its member states.
The banknote features a combination of colors including purple, violet, green, and orange, and it is printed on paper. Its dimensions are 145 x 74 mm. It is signed by Charles Konan Banny and Ayaovi Tignopka. It was produced by François-Charles Oberthur Fiduciaire.
In 2003, the Central Bank of West African States was focused on improving the anti-counterfeiting features and overall design of banknotes within its member states.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Charles Konan Banny, Ayaovi Tignopka
- Date of issue
- 2003
- Printing office
- François-Charles Oberthur Fiduciaire
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Purple, Violet, Green, Orange
- Dimensions
- 145 x 74 mm
- Pick catalog
- 218BL
About this banknote
The "Banque Centrale des États de l'Afrique de l'Ouest" issued this 10,000 Franc CFA banknote in 2003. The series was introduced to update security features and designs in the West African Economic and Monetary Union's currency. It featured enhanced anti-counterfeiting measures for improved currency integrity.
The front side of this note depicts a stylized mask with technological elements, symbolizing the union of tradition and modernity. The back side features two vibrantly colored turacos perched on branches. This banknote, identified as Pick 218BL, was printed by François-Charles Oberthur Fiduciaire and measures 145 x 74 mm.
