{"product_id":"new-caledonia-noumea-20-francs-nd-1929-p-37-f","title":"New Caledonia NOUMÉA 20 Francs ND (1929) P-37 F+","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a piece of French colonial monetary history to your collection with this New Caledonia 20 Francs banknote (No Date, circa 1929), catalogued as P-37 and offered in Fine Plus (F+) condition. Issued for use in Nouméa by the Banque de l’Indochine, this note reflects the artistic and economic ties between France and its Pacific territories in the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage banknote is part of the classic series of standard circulation notes used in New Caledonia when the French overseas franc was still tied to the broader French colonial monetary system. It offers both historical context and appealing design, making it a meaningful collectible for enthusiasts of colonial currency and world paper money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖼️ Design \u0026amp; Features\u003cbr\u003eObverse (Front):\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a woman’s face in a medallion on the right, framed by elegant engraving and decorative elements in lilac-brown on a pale yellow background.\u003cbr\u003eEngraved by Ernest Deloche and designed by Clément Serveau, names that reflect French banknote artistry of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReverse (Back):\u003cbr\u003eShows a peacock resting on a shrub with butterflies, creating a scene that blends ornamental elegance with natural imagery.\u003cbr\u003eInscribed with “NOUMÉA” and “20 FR”, marking the denomination and region of issue.\u003cbr\u003eEngraver credited as Marguerite Dreyfus (Rita) with design by Roque, demonstrating the collaborative artistic work on both sides of the note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📌 Historical \u0026amp; Collector Significance\u003cbr\u003e📍 French Colonial Era Currency\u003cbr\u003eThis banknote was issued during the period when New Caledonia was a French overseas territory, and its currency was managed in conjunction with other French colonial holdings. New Caledonia’s franc at this time was part of the broader French franc system before the later introduction of the CFP franc after World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨 Classic Artistic Collaboration\u003cbr\u003eThe P-37 note represents the work of multiple French engravers and designers, offering a snapshot of banknote artistry from a period when engraving was not only functional but also richly decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📉 Demonetized but Collectible\u003cbr\u003eNo longer legal tender, this 20 Francs note carries historical value rather than monetary value, making it a great addition to collections focused on Oceania, French colonial currency, or early 20th-century banknote design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Classic Proportions\u003cbr\u003eMeasuring roughly 178 × 92 mm, its larger size and bold design are typical of early paper money, giving it presence in displays and albums.\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. Please review the full policy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/extremebanknotes.com\/policies\/terms-of-service\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebefore purchasing. By purchasing, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1672\" data-start=\"1643\"\u003eSerial Number Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1321\"\u003eActual serial numbers on banknotes vary from piece to piece. The serial shown in product photos may not match the banknote you receive, but all items are guaranteed authentic and graded as described.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Extreme Banknotes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55329566097742,"sku":null,"price":8600.0,"currency_code":"HUF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/8647\/3806\/files\/IMG_5531_1.jpg?v=1770804038","url":"https:\/\/extremebanknotes.com\/products\/new-caledonia-noumea-20-francs-nd-1929-p-37-f","provider":"Extreme Banknotes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}