5 franc 1943 — Belgium ( Pick: 121 )
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Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 franc issued in Belgium in 1943. It is cataloged under Pick number 121. The dimensions of the note are 114 x 59 mm. The design features a red color on a pink and light blue underprint and is printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom.
The front side design displays the date 1.2.1943 (1944) and includes printing details that state TDLR without imprint. The note is signed by Henri Sontag, the Treasurer, and Georges Theunis, the Governor.
A total of 26,000,000 copies of this note were produced. The banknote’s paper quality contributes to its durability over time.
The front side design displays the date 1.2.1943 (1944) and includes printing details that state TDLR without imprint. The note is signed by Henri Sontag, the Treasurer, and Georges Theunis, the Governor.
A total of 26,000,000 copies of this note were produced. The banknote’s paper quality contributes to its durability over time.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Henri Sontag (Treasurer), Georges Theunis (Governor)
- Date of issue
- 1943-02-01
- Printing office
- De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red on pink and light blue underprint
- Dimensions
- 114 x 59 mm
- Amount produced
- 26,000,000
- Pick catalog
- 121
About this banknote
The issuing authority for the 5 franc banknote of Belgium is the Banque Nationale de Belgique. This series was issued in 1943 during World War II. It was introduced to address the economic needs and stability issues during the war, with production taking place at De La Rue in London due to wartime conditions.
The front side of the note, dated 1.2.1943, features a red design on a pink and light blue underprint. It includes signatures by Henri Sontag, the Treasurer, and Georges Theunis, the Governor. This particular banknote, identified as Pick number 121, was produced in a quantity of 26,000,000 units, without a printer's imprint.
