5 francs 1947 — French Guiana ( Pick: 19 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 francs issued in French Guiana in 1947. It is cataloged under Pick number 19. The note has multicolor printing and is made of paper, measuring 112 x 61 mm. It is signed by G. A. Klein and was printed by the Banque de France in Paris, France.
This banknote's specific attributes include its unique design and printing details, which aid in its identification. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference form a basis for documenting its characteristics.
The amount produced for this banknote is not specified. The French government was focused on post-war recovery efforts in its overseas territories during 1947.
This banknote's specific attributes include its unique design and printing details, which aid in its identification. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference form a basis for documenting its characteristics.
The amount produced for this banknote is not specified. The French government was focused on post-war recovery efforts in its overseas territories during 1947.
Specifications
- Signed by
- G. A. Klein
- Date of issue
- 1947
- Printing office
- Banque de France, Paris, France
- Colour
- Multicolor
- Dimensions
- 112 x 61 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 19
About this banknote
The "Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer" issued this 5 francs banknote for French Guiana in 1947. This series was introduced by the central authority to facilitate currency needs in the French overseas territories after World War II, reflecting the post-war monetary adjustments.
The front side features the explorer Bougainville and a ship, while the reverse displays a person with tropical produce and a plantation scene, emphasizing local agriculture. This note, Pick 19, was printed by Banque de France in Paris on paper, and it measures 112 x 61 mm. It was signed by G. A. Klein.
