500 francs 1937 — France ( Pick: 88 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 500 francs issued in France in 1937. It is cataloged under Pick number 88, which identifies it within the issue, with its denomination and year placing it among documented banknotes.
The front side design features a blue on pink underprint, depicting a woman on the left and Mercury on the right. Signature titles include LE CAISSIER GÉNÉRAL, with the signatures of P. Strohl, P. Rousseau, and R. Favre-Gilly. Associated signature dates are 5.8.1937-9.9.1937 and 2.12.1937-9.12.1937.
The banknote measures 243 x 140 mm and is primarily blue and cream in color. The design period for this note spans from 1937 to 1940.
The front side design features a blue on pink underprint, depicting a woman on the left and Mercury on the right. Signature titles include LE CAISSIER GÉNÉRAL, with the signatures of P. Strohl, P. Rousseau, and R. Favre-Gilly. Associated signature dates are 5.8.1937-9.9.1937 and 2.12.1937-9.12.1937.
The banknote measures 243 x 140 mm and is primarily blue and cream in color. The design period for this note spans from 1937 to 1940.
Specifications
- Signed by
- P. Strohl, P. Rousseau and R. Favre-Gilly
- Date of issue
- 2.12.1937-9.12.1937
- Colour
- Blue and cream
- Dimensions
- 243 x 140 mm
- Pick catalog
- 88
About this banknote
The Banque de France issued the 500 francs "Bleu et Rose" banknote between 1937 and 1940. This series was introduced to replace the earlier 500 francs note from 1888, featuring updated designs and security features.
The front of the note displays a woman on the left and Mercury on the right, with the signature title "LE CAISSIER GÉNÉRAL." The back features an ornate oval border with cherubs, animals, and three figures at the bottom. This banknote, measuring 243 x 140 mm, was demonetized on December 16, 1943.
