Banknote Billet France 10 francs 1965

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The 10 francs Voltaire banknote is a banknote issued by the Banque de France in 1965, as part of a series of banknotes featuring great figures of French culture and history. This note belongs to the nouveau franc era, introduced in 1960 under the Fifth Republic, which replaced the old franc at a rate of 100 old francs to 1 new franc.

The banknote pays tribute to François-Marie Arouet, known as Voltaire (1694-1778), philosopher, writer and iconic figure of the French Enlightenment. His portrait, carefully reproduced, draws inspiration from classical representations of the author of Candide and Zadig, a symbol of critical thinking and freedom of expression in 18th-century Europe.

From an artistic standpoint, this banknote reflects the care taken by the Banque de France in designing its currency during this period. The fine engraving and typographic details characteristic of French banknotes of the era make it a representative example of the craftsmanship of the Banque de France Printing Works. Security features typical of the printing techniques of the time are incorporated, including watermarks and intaglio printing.

This banknote was put into circulation in the 1960s and accompanied the daily economic life of the French people until its gradual withdrawal from circulation. The face value of 10 francs represented a common denomination, affordable and frequently used in commercial transactions of the time.