Collection PL

Luxembourg March 20 1971 — 50 Francs Signature A, Back Photographic Proof(Pick Unlisted)

Back-side photographic proof of the fifty francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, dated March 20, 1971 as indicated on the grading holder, representing the finalized reverse layout prior to production. Printed in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, this example preserves the reverse composition at the stage where all structural and visual elements had been resolved. The central vignette depicts an industrial scene featuring heavy manufacturing activity, with workers and machinery integrated into a dynamic composition. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1972 — 50 Francs Signature A Issued Note (Pick 55a)

Issued fifty francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg dated 1972, representing the Signature A configuration as cataloged under Pick 55a. This note belongs to the finalized circulating series featuring Grand Duke Jean and reflects the fully executed design following earlier proof and specimen stages. The obverse presents a detailed engraved portrait of Grand Duke Jean, integrated within a complex multicolor guilloche field composed of interwoven geometric patterns in green, orange, and brown tones. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1972 — 50 Francs Signature B Issued Note (Pick 55b)

Issued fifty francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg dated 1972, representing the Signature B configuration as cataloged under Pick 55b. This variant forms the second signature type within the final circulating series and is distinguished by a change in the left-side issuing authority signature while retaining continuity in the right-side ministerial signature. The obverse features the engraved portrait of Grand Duke Jean, positioned within an intricate multicolor guilloche structure composed of layered geometric forms in green, orange, and brown tones. ... Read more →