5 franc 1925 — Belgium ( Pick: 93 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 franc issued in Belgium in 1925. It is cataloged under Pick number 93. The front side features a conjoined portrait of King Albert and Queen Elisabeth depicted in blue against a light brown underprint. There are two signature varieties, and the back side displays a seated man looking at a factory scene.
This banknote measures 74 x 122 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by Henry Stacquet and Leon Van der Rest and produced by the Banque Nationale de Belgique.
The banknote reflects a period when Belgium was focused on recovery following World War I, which influenced its currency policies at the time.
This banknote measures 74 x 122 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by Henry Stacquet and Leon Van der Rest and produced by the Banque Nationale de Belgique.
The banknote reflects a period when Belgium was focused on recovery following World War I, which influenced its currency policies at the time.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Henry Stacquet, Leon Van der Rest
- Date of issue
- 17 October 1925
- Printing office
- Banque Nationale de Belgique
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Blue on light brown underprint
- Dimensions
- 74 x 122 mm
- Pick catalog
- 93
About this banknote
The Banque Nationale de Belgique issued this 5 franc banknote series between 1922 and 1926. It was introduced as part of Belgium's efforts to stabilize its currency following World War I. This particular series, bearing Pick number 93, reflects the economic reorganization under the signatures of Henry Stacquet and Leon Van der Rest.
The front side features a conjoined portrait of King Albert and Queen Elisabeth on a blue background with light brown underprint, reflecting the period's royal imagery. The reverse side depicts a seated man observing a factory scene, notably illustrating the industrial backdrop. The note, printed on paper, has dimensions of 74 x 122 mm and was produced at the Banque Nationale de Belgique.
