{"product_id":"2xfrance-10-francs-1975-unc-d11","title":"2xFrance 10 Francs Banknote – Hector Berlioz – 1972-1978 \"Romantic Composer\" Series – Choice Uncirculated \/D11","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Harmony of the Franc: Hector Berlioz 10 Francs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAdd a masterpiece of French engraving to your collection with this authentic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003e10 Francs banknote\u003c\/b\u003e. Issued by the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eBanque de France\u003c\/b\u003e during the 1970s, this series commemorates \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003eHector Berlioz\u003c\/b\u003e (1803–1869), the revolutionary composer and conductor whose bold orchestrations changed the face of Western classical music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe note's design, created by Lucien Fontanarosa, is noted for its rich \"sepia\" tones and intricate background vignettes that tell the story of the composer's life and work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtistic \u0026amp; Historical Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Maestro (Obverse):\u003c\/b\u003e Features a dignified portrait of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eHector Berlioz\u003c\/b\u003e on the right, holding a conductor's baton. In the background, he is depicted conducting an orchestra within the grand \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"189\"\u003eChapelle des Invalides\u003c\/b\u003e in Paris, the site of the premiere of his famous \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"261\"\u003eRequiem\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Artist in Rome (Reverse):\u003c\/b\u003e Showcases a mirror portrait of Berlioz on the left, this time holding a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003eguitar\u003c\/b\u003e—his primary instrument. The background depicts the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003eVilla Medici\u003c\/b\u003e in Rome, where Berlioz lived after winning the prestigious \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"232\"\u003ePrix de Rome\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Last of the \"Old\" Designs:\u003c\/b\u003e This series (Type 1972) was the final 10 Francs paper note before being replaced by the 10 Francs coin and the eventually smaller 20 Francs \"Debussy\" note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecurity \u0026amp; Watermark:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a high-detail profile watermark of Berlioz’s head, visible when held to the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Banque de France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 Francs (Dix Francs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e 1972 – 1978 (Specific dates vary, e.g., \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003e7-8-1975\u003c\/b\u003e as seen in the image)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePick Number:\u003c\/b\u003e Pick 150\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/b\u003e (Varies by note, e.g., 0533523751)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Choice Uncirculated (UNC) – Crisp paper, sharp corners, and perfectly preserved colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 140 x 75 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