500 franc 1941 — Belgium ( Pick: 109 )
Region:
Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Belgium, dated 1941, carries a denomination of 500 franc. It features a design in blue and green, depicting the bank name and denomination surrounded by women and small angels. The design includes a notation of 3.2.1938-4.10.1943 and presents two signature varieties.
Cataloged under Pick number 109, this note is classified as part of the 1939 issue. Its denomination, year, and design elements provide specific identification within the recorded banknotes from this timeframe.
Cataloged under Pick number 109, this note is classified as part of the 1939 issue. Its denomination, year, and design elements provide specific identification within the recorded banknotes from this timeframe.
Specifications
- Colour
- Blue and green
- Pick catalog
- 109
About this banknote
The National Bank of Belgium issued the 500 Francs / 100 Belgas banknote (Pick 109) between 1938 and 1943. This series was introduced to replace earlier designs and featured updated security features and artistic elements.
The front of the banknote displays the bank's name and denomination, encircled by allegorical figures representing Art and Science, along with cherubs. The reverse features a seated allegorical woman, coats of arms for nine Belgian provinces, a crown, the Belgian lion, and allegorical figures riding a chariot drawn by two winged horses. The note measures 205 x 125 mm and was printed by the National Bank of Belgium.
