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Algeria Banknote 5 francs 1942 DIM 150AED

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🪙 General Information
Country: Algeria 🇩🇿
Issuer: Banque de l’Algérie
Denomination: 5 Francs
Date of Issue: 16 November 1942
Currency System: Algerian Franc (during French colonial period)
Condition (graded): Choice Very Fine (35) — moderate circulation with visible wear but still clear details
🎨 Design & Appearance
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🖼️ Front Side (Obverse)
Dominant green color with intricate ornamental patterns
Large central number “5” inside decorative floral-style frame
Text in French and Arabic, reflecting Algeria’s bilingual context at the time:
“CINQ FRANCS” (French)
“خمسة فرنك” (Arabic)
Top inscription: BANQUE DE L’ALGERIE
Two official titles:
L’Inspecteur Général (left)
Le Caissier Principal (right)
Includes handwritten signatures of officials
🔢 Serial & Numbering
Serial Number Format: Combination of letter and numbers
Example shown: C.234 / 793
Serial numbers printed in black on both sides
📅 Date & Legal Text
Printed date: 16-11-1942
Bottom legal warning in French:
Refers to Article 139 of the Penal Code, punishing counterfeiters with forced labor
🧾 Material & Printing
Printed on paper (not polymer)
Fine engraved printing typical of mid-20th century banknotes
Features detailed guilloché patterns to prevent counterfeiting
🏛️ Historical Context
Issued during French colonial rule in Algeria
The Banque de l’Algérie operated under French financial authority
Reflects the blend of French administration and local Arabic culture
💰 Collector Notes
This note is collectible due to:
Pre-independence Algerian history
Dual-language design
WWII-era issue (1942)
Grade 35 (Very Fine):
Moderate wear
Slight folds or discoloration
Still attractive and collectible