1000 Cfp Francs Banknote (Polynesian Girl)

1,000 Francs Franc (Issued 1971-1985)

The 1,000 Francs note issued between 1971 and 1985 circulated throughout French Polynesia during a period of significant economic development in the territory. Tahiti’s economy during this era was centred on copra production, pearl farming, and the growing tourism industry, with this denomination facilitating substantial commercial transactions across the region. The Institut d’Émission d’Outre-Mer, the issuing authority for French overseas territories, produced this banknote to support the financial infrastructure of the Pacific colonies. The note represents a key instrument in the economic life of French Polynesia before the franc was eventually superseded by other currency arrangements.

On the front, a striking portrait of a Polynesian woman dominates the right side of the composition, depicted in fine engraved detail with her hair adorned with a white flower. Behind her sits an idyllic tropical landscape featuring a traditional thatched-roof dwelling surrounded by coconut palms and other native vegetation rendered in soft greens and browns. The entire note is framed by an ornate geometric guilloché pattern in deep red and tan tones that creates a rich border effect. The denomination “1000” appears in large numerals in the upper left and right corners, whilst “MILLE FRANCS” is printed across the lower section in serif typography. Across the top, “INSTITUT D’ÉMISSION D’OUTRE-MER” identifies the issuing organisation, and the serial number “81203” with letter designation “H.2” appears on both the left and right sides. The text “REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE” is clearly visible, along with a security feature in the form of a circular watermark area in the centre-right portion of the note.

The reverse continues the rich decorative aesthetic with an expansive scene depicting Polynesian wildlife and village life. A large circular watermark occupies the centre, surrounded by detailed vignettes showing wildlife including what appears to be a stag or deer and various birds in naturalistic settings amongst tropical vegetation and traditional structures. The word “PAPEETE” is visible in the upper portion, identifying the capital of French Polynesia. The same deep red and tan guilloché patterns frame the design, creating visual harmony with the obverse. The denominations “1000” appear again in the upper corners, and fine inscriptions run across the lower border detailing the issuing authority and regulatory information. The overall composition showcases fine engraving work with careful colour gradations moving from the warm reds and golds of the border through the cooler greens and earth tones of the central illustration.

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