France 1940 100 Francs Sully - 05-12-1940 Serial H.16833 FF

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This banknote, issued by France, has a nominal value of 100 francs. It dates from December 5, 1940 and bears the serial number H.16833.

The front of the banknote features a bust of a laurel-wreathed woman, symbolizing the allegory of France. This figure holds the staff of command in her right hand, while in her left hand she gathers fruits and flowers presented by a child, representing the allegory of Youth. In the background, an aerial view of Paris reveals Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Seine winding through the city. The inscriptions "100 BANQUE DE FRANCE 100" and "CENT FRANCS" are also present, written in Latin script.

On the back, the banknote features Sully, depicted on the right holding a parchment. The background consists of a picturesque pasture landscape. Ernest Deloche is the engraver of this banknote, while Lucien Hector Jonas is the designer.

The banknote measures 180 mm in length and 92 mm in width.

 

 

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