500 franc 1963 — Belgium ( Pick: 135 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Belgium, dated 1963, carries a denomination of 500 francs. The note is primarily blue and brown, featuring a design that includes Bernard Van Orley at the center on the front side, along with four signature varieties. The back side displays Margaret of Austria alongside the Malines Palace façade. The banknote includes a watermark of King Baudouin I and has dimensions of 147x74mm.
Cataloged under Pick number 135, this banknote is part of a documented issue. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference provide specific identification within the available records.
Cataloged under Pick number 135, this banknote is part of a documented issue. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference provide specific identification within the available records.
Specifications
- Colour
- Blue and brown
- Pick catalog
- 135
About this banknote
The National Bank of Belgium issued the 500 franc banknote in 1963. This series was introduced following the decision to modernize Belgian currency designs. The issuance aimed to feature notable historical figures and national architecture, aligning with aesthetic and cultural shifts during this period.
The front side of the banknote features Bernard Van Orley, a prominent Renaissance artist, along with four different signature varieties. The back side depicts Margaret of Austria and the façade of Malines Palace. The watermark includes an image of King Baudouin I, and the note measures 147x74 mm.
