Banknote France 500 Francs Pax with wreath - 28-11-1940 - Serial C.1440

This French banknote has a face value of 500 francs and was issued on November 28, 1940. It belongs to series C.1440.

The front of the banknote features an allegorical draped bust of Peace. This figure holds an olive branch, a traditional symbol of peace and concord. The iconography is complemented by plant motifs including oak leaves, olive leaves, ears of wheat and various flowers. These plant elements symbolize prosperity, fertility and abundance.

The back of the banknote depicts a representation of agriculture. This representation is personified by the busts of a young woman and a young man positioned to the right of the banknote. The young man carries a tool on his shoulder, evoking agricultural work and harvesting. It should be noted that these figures are the children of the painter, adding a personal dimension to the composition. The background repeats the plant motifs present on the front, namely oak leaves, olive leaves, ears of wheat and flowers, reinforcing the theme of nature and agriculture.

The dimensions of this banknote are 195 millimeters in length and 115 millimeters in width. Its weight is one gram.