Banknote Belgium 100 Francs - Leopold I - Mounted Troops - 13-03-1946 - Series C

This Belgian banknote was issued in 1946. It has a face value of 100 francs.

Obverse: The front of the banknote features a portrait of King Leopold I, the first King of the Belgians, who reigned from 1831 to 1865. The portrait is surrounded by intricate ornamental designs. The inscription "Banque Nationale de Belgique" is printed at the top of the banknote, while the face value "100 Francs" is visible in several places. The signatures of the Governor and the Cashier of the National Bank are also present.

Reverse: The back of the banknote depicts an equestrian scene featuring mounted troops. This representation symbolizes the Belgian army. The name of the bank is indicated in French and Dutch. The face value is also repeated. The background of the banknote consists of complex guilloché patterns to prevent counterfeiting.

Watermark: The banknote incorporates a watermark visible by transparency, thus reinforcing the security of the banknote against counterfeiting.

This 100 franc banknote is part of a series issued after the Second World War to meet the economic needs of Belgium during reconstruction.