Banknote Belgian Congo 10 Francs - Dance - Soldiers - 10-07-1942 - Letter M - P.14B

Remarks:

Plis, salissures, traces d'ususres

This 10 Francs banknote from the Belgian Congo, dated July 10, 1942, and bearing the series letter M, represents a specimen of the second issue of the year 1942.

On the front, the banknote features a dominant brown color, enhanced by a green and pink background. The main motif is a representation of a Watusi in full dance, positioned on the left of the banknote. The background of this scene consists of traditional huts and trees, evoking the Congolese landscape. The logo of the issuing institution is discreetly placed at the bottom left. A distinctive element is the star of the Belgian Congo, located on the left and above a round window.

A black overprint, placed in the center of the front, indicates "DEUXIEME EMISSION - 1942", indicating that it is a specific issue of that year. On the back, the banknote features soldiers armed with rifles, positioned on the right. The background echoes the theme of huts and trees, establishing a visual continuity with the front. A black overprint, centered on the back, bears the inscription "TWEEDE UITGIFTE - 1942".

The dimensions of the banknote are 130 mm in length and 84 mm in width. This 10 Francs banknote reflects the historical and cultural context of the Belgian Congo in 1942, through its motifs and bilingual inscriptions.