Description
🧾 General Information
Country: Spain (Fantasy issue – not official currency)
Authority: Generalitat de Catalunya
Denomination: 100 Pesetes
Year: 2017
Type: Fantasy / Private issue (collector piece, not legal tender)
Printer/Designer: Gabris Banknote
Serial Number: A00683
🖼️ Design Details
Front (Obverse)
Portrait of Francesc Macià i Llussà (President of Catalonia, 1859–1933)
Text: “GENERALITAT DE CATALUNYA”
Large “100” denomination in green
Red ornamental Catalan-style emblem at center
Background includes:
Historic building (likely Barcelona architecture)
Classical statue figure (left side)
Marking in red: “BILLETE DE PRUEBA / MUESTRA / ESPECIMEN” (Specimen note)
🔐 Security & Artistic Features
Intricate guilloché patterns (fine line security designs)
Multicolor printing (green, red, orange tones)
Microtext and detailed engraving-style portrait
Serial number printed in black
Fantasy-style security elements (not official banknote security)
📦 Grading & Condition
Graded by PMG (Paper Money Guaranty)
Grade: 66 EPQ (Gem Uncirculated)
66: Very high-quality, sharp corners, excellent centering
EPQ (Exceptional Paper Quality): Original paper, no cleaning or pressing
💰 Collector Value (Approximate)
Because it is a fantasy/specimen note, value depends on collector demand:
Typically: $30 – $100 USD
Higher if rare serial numbers or strong demand for Catalonia-themed items
⚠️ Important Notes
❌ Not legal tender in Spain or anywhere
✔️ Made for collectors and numismatic interest
✔️ PMG grading increases credibility and value