1941 France 100 Francs - "Sully" Type - Banque de France WWII Era Banknote Very Fine /d15
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A Masterpiece of French Engraving: The 1941 Sully 100 Francs
Step into the history of wartime Europe with this authentic 1941 100 Francs banknote. Issued by the Banque de France, this "Sully" type note is renowned for its artistic complexity and the way it represents the traditional values of France during a turbulent era.
Artistic & Historical Highlights:
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Obverse (Front): Features a regal female figure representing France, wearing a laurel wreath and holding a staff. She is accompanied by a winged child (cupid-like figure) holding a garland of flowers and grapes, symbolizing the fertility and beauty of the French landscape. The background offers a faint, detailed view of a city along a river.
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Reverse (Back): Features a portrait of Maximilien de Béthune, Duke of Sully (1560–1641), the famous French statesman and right-hand man to King Henry IV. He is shown overlooking a peaceful rural scene of plowing and shepherding, reflecting his famous quote: "Tilling and pasturing are the two breasts of France."
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Security: Includes a circular watermark area and intricate micro-patterning throughout the borders.
Item Details:
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Issuer: Banque de France
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Denomination: 100 Francs (Cent Francs)
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Date of Issue: 21st May 1941
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Pick Number: P-94
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Series/Control: M.21988 (Control Number 102)
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Condition: Fine to Very Fine (F/VF) – The note shows original circulation wear with some soft folding and typical toning for its age, but retains clear imagery and vibrant pastel colors.
Collector's Perspective: The "Sully" 100 Francs is a favorite for collectors of WWII currency. Its design is distinctively French—romantic, agricultural, and deeply historical. Because these notes were printed during the occupation, they carry a weight of history that standard currency simply doesn't possess.
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