Banknote Billet France 10 francs 1975

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The 10 francs Berlioz banknote is a specimen issued by the Banque de France, dated 7 August 1975 and belonging to series N.211. This banknote is part of a series dedicated to the French composer Hector Berlioz (1803-1869), one of the major figures of musical Romanticism, notably the author of the Symphonie Fantastique.

The obverse of the banknote features the portrait of Hector Berlioz, carefully reproduced in the graphic style characteristic of French banknotes of that era. The intaglio printing technique, specific to French banknotes, gives this note a distinctive texture and a precise visual rendering of the portrait's details as well as the accompanying decorative elements. References to the world of music and the composer's work complete the graphic composition of this banknote.

The reverse of the banknote also features elements related to the career and artistic world of Berlioz, in a layout typical of the productions of the Banque de France printing works of this period. The face value of 10 francs is clearly indicated on both sides of the note.

This banknote was put into circulation within the French monetary system of the franc, which remained in use until the transition to the euro in the early 2000s. The date of 7 August 1975 corresponds to the printing date shown on the banknote, an important detail for collectors, as it allows precise identification of the different issues within the same series. Series N.211 provides an additional identification reference, enabling this specimen to be located among all banknotes of this type produced by the Banque de France.