Banknote France 100 Francs Sully - 08-01-1942 - Serial J.27495

This banknote, issued by France, has a face value of 100 francs. It was issued on 08-01-1942 and bears the serial number J.27495.

The front of the banknote features a bust of a laurel-crowned woman, an allegory of France. She holds the staff of command in her right hand, a symbol of authority, while with her left hand, she gathers fruits and flowers offered by a child, representing Youth. In the background, an aerial view of Paris reveals emblematic monuments such as Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Seine, distinctive elements of the urban landscape.

The inscriptions on the front, written in Latin script, include the mention "100 BANQUE DE FRANCE 100" as well as the value "CENT FRANCS". Ernest Deloche is identified as the engraver of this banknote, while Lucien Hector Jonas is the designer.

The back of the banknote depicts Sully, represented on the right, holding a parchment. The background consists of a picturesque pasture landscape, evoking a rural and peaceful environment.

The dimensions of this banknote are 180 millimeters in length and 92 millimeters in width.