Description:
Step back into the heart of mid-century Europe with this authentic 1967 Grand-Duché de Luxembourg 10 Francs banknote — a beautifully engraved piece of monetary history from one of the world's oldest and most storied sovereign states. Serial number B513241 makes this note entirely one-of-one, and it arrives in a premium acrylic currency slab, also displayed in a complementary wood-framed display case with black velvet backing for the collector who wants to show it in style.
(PSV 20)
Highlights:
- Genuine 1967 Luxembourg 10 Francs banknote issued by the Grand-Duché de Luxembourg
- Dated 20 Mars 1967 (March 20, 1967) — nearly six decades of history in hand
- Obverse features a regal portrait of Grand Duke Jean, Luxembourg's reigning monarch at the time of issue
- Reverse showcases the iconic Adolphe Bridge soaring over a lush forested valley with Luxembourg City below
- Unique serial number B513241 — no two notes are alike
- Dual-signature authorization: La Caisse Générale de l'État and Le Ministre du Trésor
- Light circulation wear consistent with age; strong color and legible detail throughout
- Sealed in a magnetic-close acrylic currency slab for protection and display
- Includes a wood-framed display case with black velvet inlay for premium presentation
Specifications:
- Country: Grand-Duché de Luxembourg (Luxembourg)
- Denomination: 10 Francs (Dix Francs)
- Date: 20 Mars 1967
- Serial Number: B513241
- Issuing Authority: Grand-Duché de Luxembourg — La Caisse Générale de l'État
- Primary Colors: Green, teal, pink/rose guilloche
- Size: Standard European banknote format
- Catalog Reference: Pick #53a (1967 series)
- CAT Code: CAT14
Design Details:
The obverse of this note centers on a distinguished portrait of Grand Duke Jean — who reigned from 1964 to 2000 — rendered in the fine intaglio engraving style characteristic of high-security European currency of the era. His image is framed by delicate guilloche patterning in soft rose and green, with the serial number B513241 printed twice in bold red ink and the denomination "10" flanking the composition on both sides. The issuing authority "Grand-Duché de Luxembourg" and denomination "Dix Francs" are set prominently above and below the portrait.
The reverse is a masterwork of scenic engraving. The composition is dominated by the Adolphe Bridge — Luxembourg's beloved symbol of engineering and national pride — rendered in dramatic perspective as it sweeps across the top of the note. Below the bridge arch, a dense evergreen forest descends into the Pétrusse valley, with the rooftops and steeples of Luxembourg City visible in the background. The entire scene is printed in deep forest green on a pale ground, giving the note an almost etching-like quality that rewards close examination.
Historical Significance:
This note was issued during the reign of Grand Duke Jean, who ascended the throne in 1964 following the abdication of his mother, Grand Duchess Charlotte. The late 1960s were a period of rapid economic modernization for Luxembourg, which was transitioning from its steel-industry base toward the financial services sector that would define it in the decades to come. The Adolphe Bridge depicted on the reverse was built between 1900 and 1903 and remains one of Luxembourg's most recognized landmarks. The Luxembourg franc remained the nation's currency until it was replaced by the euro in 2002, making notes from this era the last generation of distinctly Luxembourgish paper money. The 1967 10 Francs is cataloged as Pick #53a and is a recognized collectible in the world of European vintage currency.
Presentation:
This note arrives sealed in a protective magnetic-close acrylic currency slab, keeping it safe from handling, humidity, and environmental wear. A complementary wood-framed display case with black velvet backing is also included, perfect for desk or wall display. Whether you're building a European banknote collection, a world currency set, or simply acquiring a meaningful piece of history, this presentation is ready to impress from day one.
Own a piece of Luxembourg's monetary legacy. Serial number B513241 — there is only one.
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