100 Francs / Frank BEF Banknote (Interwar Period Issue) 1962-1975

100 Francs / Frank Belgian Franc (Issued 1962-1975)

The security provisions integrated into this banknote reflect the anti-counterfeiting standards established by the Banque Nationale de Belgique during the 1960s and 1970s. The note incorporates fine guilloché patterning throughout the design, visible particularly in the background areas surrounding the main portrait and in the decorative panels flanking the denomination numerals. A continuous security thread runs through the paper, positioned horizontally across the width of the note. The pale mauve colouration of the note provides subtle contrast to the deeper purple and brown inks used in the engraving, creating a sophisticated colour palette that was characteristic of Belgian currency design during this era.

On the front, the dominant feature is a finely engraved portrait of a bearded gentleman facing left, rendered with considerable detail in the hair and facial features using intricate line engraving technique. The subject is depicted wearing period dress with a prominent white collar. Above the portrait, the text “BANQUE NATIONALE DE BELGIQUE” appears in capital letters, with “CENT FRANCS” positioned centrally and prominently displayed. The denomination “100” appears in large numerals in the upper left corner and again in the lower right corner, each surrounded by ornamental rectangular frames. To the right of the portrait sits a classical architectural element featuring a coat of arms or heraldic symbol mounted on a pedestal base, incorporating fine engraved detailing. Serial number “468432595” is visible in the lower left, with the date notation “1866 T 2595” appearing beneath the issuing bank name. The text “PAYABLES A VUE” features beneath the denomination, and two signature lines are present with “LE TRESORIER” and other official titles marked. The date “02.05.72” is recorded in the lower centre of the note.

The reverse displays “NATIONALE BANK VAN BELGIE” across the top, with “HONDERD FRANK” and “BETAALBAAROP ZICHT” indicating the denomination in Dutch. The central composition features a classical allegorical female figure in draped robes, positioned prominently and rendered with careful attention to the fabric folds and anatomical proportions. This figure is accompanied by decorative heraldic or symbolic elements including what appears to be a lion motif. To the left of the central allegorical scene, a detailed architectural engraving depicts an ornate church or cathedral building with Gothic architectural features, multiple spires, and intricate stonework rendered in fine lines. The corners of the reverse feature large “100” denomination numerals enclosed in elaborately decorated circles with radiating guilloché patterns. These corner ornaments display the mauve and purple colouration characteristic of the note’s design scheme. The overall background of the reverse incorporates fine mesh patterns and subtle geometric patterning typical of banknote security design, with the paper showing the characteristic tone and texture of currency-grade paper stock from this period.

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