{"product_id":"belgium-100-francs-1959-p-129c-vf","title":"Belgium 100 Francs 1959 P-129c VF","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep back into post-war Europe with this authentic Belgium 100 Francs banknote dated 1959 (Pick P-129c). Issued by the National Bank of Belgium, this attractive vintage note combines historical significance, elegant engraving, and classic mid-20th-century banknote artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing portraits of two influential figures in Belgian history, King Leopold I, the country's first monarch, and statesman Walthère Frère-Orban, this banknote offers collectors a tangible connection to Belgium's political and economic heritage before the introduction of the euro.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you collect world banknotes, European currency, royal memorabilia, or historic paper money, this note makes an excellent addition to any collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\" data-w-component=\"title\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-size=\"md\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eThe 100 Francs note belongs to the series issued during the reign of \u003cspan class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-inline=\"\" data-w-whitespace=\"linebreaks\"\u003eKing Baudouin I\u003c\/span\u003e. It was produced in the years following World War II, a period when Belgium was rebuilding its economy and strengthening its financial institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eThe note honors \u003cspan class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-inline=\"\" data-w-whitespace=\"linebreaks\"\u003eKing Leopold I\u003c\/span\u003e, Belgium's first king, whose leadership helped establish the modern Belgian state. The reverse features \u003cspan class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-inline=\"\" data-w-whitespace=\"linebreaks\"\u003eWalthère Frère-Orban\u003c\/span\u003e, a prominent 19th-century Belgian liberal politician and reformer. Together, the designs celebrate both the nation's monarchy and its political heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\" data-w-component=\"text\"\u003eThis type was eventually demonetized, making surviving examples increasingly appreciated by collectors of European currency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"12\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1124\" data-start=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"31\" data-start=\"13\"\u003eCountry: Belgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"136\" data-start=\"32\"\u003eIssuing Authority: National Bank of Belgium (Banque Nationale de Belgique \/ Nationale Bank van België)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"252\" data-start=\"215\"\u003eCurrency: Belgian Franc (1832–2001)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"290\" data-start=\"253\"\u003eType: Standard Circulation Banknote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"291\"\u003eMaterial: Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"309\"\u003eSize: 142 × 74 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"390\" data-start=\"350\"\u003eWatermark: Portrait of King Baudouin I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-w-size=\"md\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-component=\"title\" class=\"XYd-Qa_Headline\"\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-w-component=\"text\" class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\"\u003e\u003cspan data-w-whitespace=\"linebreaks\" data-w-inline=\"\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-component=\"text\" class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\"\u003eObverse:\u003c\/span\u003e Portrait of King Leopold I at left, rendered in detailed black engraving with a brown and multicolor underprint. The denomination \"CENT FRANCS\" appears prominently at center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-w-component=\"text\" class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\"\u003e\u003cspan data-w-whitespace=\"linebreaks\" data-w-inline=\"\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-component=\"text\" class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\"\u003eReverse:\u003c\/span\u003e Architectural scene at center with a portrait of Frère-Orban at right. The note features bilingual inscriptions in French and Dutch, reflecting Belgium's linguistic heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-w-component=\"text\" class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\"\u003e\u003cspan data-w-whitespace=\"linebreaks\" data-w-inline=\"\" data-w-weight=\"semibold\" data-w-component=\"text\" class=\"zlAe0W_TextBase zlAe0W_Text\"\u003eWatermark:\u003c\/span\u003e Portrait of King Baudouin I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Very \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine) Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original circulated banknote remains in Very Fine condition, showing evidence of normal circulation consistent with its age. The note retains strong detail and attractive eye appeal while exhibiting moderate handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical characteristics may include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible folds from circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight overall wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor corner and edge handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo major tears or missing pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear portraits, design details, and serial numbers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review the photographs carefully as the note shown is the exact item you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld banknote collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelgian currency enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuropean history collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage paper money collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEducational displays and exhibits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique gifts for historians and numismatists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful and affordable piece of Belgian history that captures the artistry and heritage of one of Europe's most fascinating currencies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1321\"\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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