{"product_id":"belgium-1-franc-1918-p-86b-f","title":"Belgium 1 Franc 1918 P-86b F","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a unique piece of World War I monetary history to your collection with this Belgium 1 Franc banknote from 1918, catalogued P-86b and offered in Fine (F) collectible condition. This note was issued by the Société Générale de Belgique during a remarkable period when Belgium was under German occupation in the First World War and conventional currency issuance had been disrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an example of occupation-era emergency currency, this historic banknote offers collectors both a story and a classic design from early 20th-century Europe. Despite being demonetized long ago, it remains a sought-after item among enthusiasts of war-era banknotes and Belgian monetary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖼️ Design \u0026amp; Features\u003cbr\u003eObverse (Front):\u003cbr\u003ePrinted predominantly in mauve on pink underprint, giving it a distinct look compared to other Belgian issues.\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a portrait of Queen Louise-Marie d’Orléans at the left side, linking the note to traditional national symbolism even during wartime.\u003cbr\u003eOfficial French text states that the note can be exchanged for a National Bank of Belgium note of equal value after peace is restored, with laws against counterfeiting clearly printed.\u003cbr\u003eSigned by Auguste Jean-Baptiste Hubert Marie Serruys (Treasurer-Director) and Jean Jadot (Governor), signatures that help date and authenticate the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReverse (Back):\u003cbr\u003eContinues the mauve theme on pink underprint with bilingual French\/Dutch inscriptions.\u003cbr\u003eReinforces the exchange promise and the penalties for counterfeiting in both languages, reflecting Belgium’s multilingual heritage.\u003cbr\u003eClean and symmetrical layout typical of smaller-denomination notes from the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatermark:\u003cbr\u003eFeatures vertical wavy lines, a basic but effective security element for the period. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📌 Historical \u0026amp; Collector Significance\u003cbr\u003eOccupation-Era Issue:\u003cbr\u003eThis note was printed between 1 February 1916 and 29 October 1918 while Belgium’s central bank was displaced due to the wartime situation, and the Société Générale de Belgique was authorized to issue currency locally. It represents Belgian resilience and adaptability during a period of occupation and national upheaval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarce Survivors:\u003cbr\u003eAlthough printed in significant numbers at the time, surviving examples, especially in Fine or higher grades, are uncommon because many notes were redeemed after the war or destroyed. This gives genuine survivors a special appeal for collectors of WWI banknotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultural Context:\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing Queen Louise-Marie, the note ties back to Belgium’s monarchy even during occupation, blending regal imagery with the practical needs of wartime economics. The bilingual inscriptions also reflect Belgium’s French and Dutch linguistic landscape at a turbulent moment in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Belgium 1 Franc 1918 P-86b note is a fascinating collectible that bridges war history, economic necessity and classic design, making it a compelling addition to any WWI or world paper money collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1834\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll sales, returns, and guarantees for this item are governed strictly by our Terms of Service. 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