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Algeria 5 Francs 1941 P-77b XF
Algeria 5 Francs 1941 P-77b XF
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Add a classic World War II-era African banknote to your numismatic collection with this Algeria 5 Francs banknote from 1941, catalogue P-77b, offered here in Extremely Fine (XF) collectible condition. Issued by the Banque de l’Algérie during the period when Algeria was a French colony (1830–1962), this note reflects both historic design and colonial monetary history.
This note was part of the regular circulation series printed between the 1920s and early 1940s and continued in use through turbulent years leading up to and during World War II.
📌 Collector Significance
➤ Historic Era: Issued during World War II (1941) when Algeria was part of the French colonial monetary system — a compelling period for historic currency collectors.
➤ Classic Design: Strong visual appeal with detailed engraving, featuring local figures and scenes.
➤ Condition Appeal: Extremely Fine grade showcases both rarity and visual quality, making it ideal for display or research collections.
This note is a must-have collectible for enthusiasts of colonial African currency, World War II monetary history, and classic world banknotes, a beautiful and historically rich addition to any collection.
DESIGN
Obverse: Features the portrait of a young woman on the right — a graceful and classic motif shared with other French colonial currency designs of the era.
Reverse: Depicts a veiled woman holding fruit with a wharf scene in the background — rich imagery that reflects local culture and daily life under colonial influence.
The banknote’s text includes both French and Arabic inscriptions, representing the linguistic context of Algeria at the time.
SPECIFICS
- Issuing authority: Bank of Algeria (Banque de L'Algérie)
- Currency: Franc (1848-1959)
- Size: 128x88mm
- Year: 1925-1941
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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