Banknote France 1000 Francs - Commerce and Industry - 13-07-1944 - Series T.3915

This French banknote has a face value of 1000 francs. It was issued on July 13, 1944, and bears the series T.3915.

The front of the banknote features an allegory of Commerce and Industry. On the left, a female figure, representing Commerce, is seated and holds a caduceus. On the right, another female figure, symbolizing Industry, leans on a cogwheel. The background is composed of geometric patterns and the face value of the banknote.

The back of the banknote features the same allegorical figures of Commerce and Industry, but in a different composition. The two figures are placed on either side of a central cartouche where the face value is indicated. Decorative motifs and repetitions of the face value complete the design.

This 1000 franc Commerce and Industry banknote was issued in a particular context, during the period of the Occupation in France. It testifies to the economic and monetary difficulties of that time. The series T.3915 allows to precisely identify this banknote among the various issues of this period.