Paradise Captured: The 1,000 CFP Franc Masterpiece

Step into the vibrant landscapes of French Polynesia, New Caledonia, and Wallis and Futuna with this exquisite 1,000 Franc note. Issued by the Institut d’Émission d’Outre-Mer (IEOM), this note is part of one of the longest-running and most visually iconic banknote series in the world. Its oversized format and lush, hand-painted style make it a favorite for "thematic" collectors.

Historic & Design Highlights:

• Obverse (Front): Features a young Tahitian woman adorned with Tiaré flowers and a lei. The background depicts a traditional thatched-roof fare (house) nestled among palm trees, perfectly capturing the "South Seas" aesthetic.

• Reverse (Back): Showcases the unique biodiversity and culture of New Caledonia. It features the Kagu bird (a flightless bird native to the island), a Rusa deer, and traditional Kanak wooden carvings (totems). A modern church is also visible in the background, representing the fusion of local and European history.

• The CFP Franc: The Change Franc Pacifique is tied to the Euro, providing economic stability across these scattered archipelagos while maintaining a distinct cultural identity on its paper money.

• Exceptional Paper Quality (EPQ): The EPQ designation by PMG ensures that this note has its original luster, deep colors, and the crisp, tactile feel of the intaglio ink as it left the French state printer.

Item Details:

• Issuer: Institut d’Émission d’Outre-Mer (IEOM).

• Denomination: 1,000 Francs (Mille Francs).

• Date: ND (1996).

• Pick Number: P-21.

• Serial Number: L.050 30866.

• Grading: PMG 66 Gem Uncirculated EPQ.

Collector's Perspective: These large-format French Pacific notes are notoriously difficult to keep in high grades because their size makes them prone to corner bumps and folds. Finding a Gem 66 survivor that hasn't succumbed to the humid Pacific climate or general circulation is an excellent addition to any collection focused on French colonial history or "World Flora and Fauna."

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