Banknote France 20 Francs - Bayard - 18-01-1917 - Série N.1342

Remarks:

Plis, épinglages 

This French banknote has a face value of 20 francs. It was issued in 1917.

The banknote has a horizontal orientation. On the main face, there is an allegorical and decorative scene. In the center, a portrait of Pierre Terrail de Bayard, a 16th-century French knight, is highlighted. His representation is done in a style reminiscent of classic engravings. Complex ornamental motifs frame the portrait, with finely drawn volutes and arabesques. The dominant color of this face is blue, with lighter and darker shades to create relief and depth. The face value, "20 Francs", is written out in letters and numbers in several places, ensuring easy identification. The mention "Banque de France" indicates the issuing institution. The presence of signatures authenticates the banknote and commits the responsibility of the central bank.

On the reverse, the banknote uses similar graphic elements, but in a different color palette, where green predominates. The composition is symmetrical, with decorative motifs reminiscent of the Art Nouveau style. The face value is also repeated, and ornate cartouches contain legal and administrative information relating to the issuance of the banknote. The watermark, integrated into the paper during its manufacture, is visible by transparency and enhances the security of the banknote by making its counterfeiting more difficult.

The serial number, "N.1342", is printed in red or black, allowing each banknote to be uniquely identified. The dimensions of the banknote are approximately 150 mm wide and 90 mm high. The state of preservation may vary depending on the circulation and storage of the banknote.