Banknote France 100 Francs - Delacroix - 1995 - Series D.276 - Watermark moved

Here is a numismatic descriptive sheet of the 100 Francs Delacroix banknote, issued in 1995, series D.276, featuring a displaced watermark:

This French banknote has a face value of 100 francs. It was issued in 1995.

The front of the banknote depicts Eugène Delacroix, the famous French painter, in front of his easel. A representation of "Liberty Leading the People", Delacroix's iconic work, is also visible. The painter's name, "Eugène Delacroix", is inscribed, as well as the face value of the banknote, "100 Francs", in words.

On the back, there is another scene inspired by Delacroix's work, representing the Hemicycle of the library of the Palais du Luxembourg in Paris, where the painter created decorations. The name "Delacroix" is repeated, and the face value "100" is written in numbers.

The banknote is predominantly multicolored, with shades of blue, orange, and yellow. It is printed on specific banknote paper, incorporating a security watermark. This watermark represents Delacroix's head. In this case, the watermark is noted as being displaced, which is a notable peculiarity for this banknote.

The signature on the banknote is that of the paymaster general.

This banknote is part of the D.276 series.