5 francs 1942 — Guadeloupe ( Pick: 21 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 francs issued in Guadeloupe in 1942. It is cataloged under Pick number 21. The design features black on a yellow underprint, with a red reverse. The dimensions of the banknote are 112 x 63 mm. It is signed by G. Devineau and A. Boudin, both holding the title of LE DIRECTEUR. The printing was completed by E.A. Wright Bank Note Co. located in Philadelphia, Pa.
This banknote is printed on paper. The exact amount produced is unspecified.
In 1942, the use of francs was common in French territories, including Guadeloupe.
This banknote is printed on paper. The exact amount produced is unspecified.
In 1942, the use of francs was common in French territories, including Guadeloupe.
Specifications
- Signed by
- G. Devineau with title: LE DIRECTEUR; A. Boudin with title: LE DIRECTEUR
- Date of issue
- 1942
- Printing office
- E.A. Wright Bank Note Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
- Colour
- Black on yellow underprint; red reverse
- Dimensions
- 112 x 63 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 21
About this banknote
The Banque de la Guadeloupe issued this 5 francs banknote in 1942. This series was introduced during World War II as part of efforts to maintain local currency circulation amidst global disruptions. It was printed by E.A. Wright Bank Note Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The front side design features a portrait labeled Christophe Colomb. The reverse displays a complex pattern in red with the denomination "5" prominently centered. It measures 112 x 63 mm and was signed by G. Devineau and A. Boudin, both titled as "LE DIRECTEUR."
