French West Africa 5 Francs 1942 – Banque de l’Afrique Occidentale WWII Colonial Banknote - F

French West Africa 5 Francs 1942 – Banque de l’Afrique Occidentale WWII Colonial Banknote - F
CA$25.00

Authentic 1942 French West Africa 5 Francs banknote issued by the Banque de l’Afrique Occidentale during World War II. This colonial-era note features a striking engraved African portrait on the obverse and bold ornamental typography on the reverse. Printed by E.A. Wright Bank Note Co. (Philadelphia), it represents an essential period in the monetary history of Africa and France. A desirable piece for collectors of African, French colonial, and WWII-era banknotes. 

 

 

  • Country/Region: French West Africa

  • Denomination: 5 Francs

  • Date: 14 Décembre 1942

  • Issuer: Banque de l’Afrique Occidentale

  • Printer: E.A. Wright Bank Note Co., Philadelphia

  • Era: World War II / French Colonial Africa

  • Popularity: Strong demand among African & colonial banknote collectors