State of Katanga — group of 6 Banque Nationale de Katanga banknotes, 1960 Interesting historical group of banknotes from the short-lived State of Katanga, which existed from 1960 to 1963 in the former Belgian Congo. The lot includes 6 banknotes issued by the Banque Nationale de Katanga: 1) 10 francs — Élisabethville, 11.2.60 2) 20 francs — Élisabethville, 21.11.60 3) 50 francs — Élisabethville, 10.11.60 4) 100 francs — Élisabethville, 31.10.60 5) 100 francs — Élisabethville, 31.10.60 6) 100 francs — another example of the same issue, with the reverse side visible in the photo These notes belong to a short and historically important period connected with the independence/secession of Katanga after the dissolution of the Belgian Congo. The notes mention Élisabethville, the historical name of present-day Lubumbashi. Condition: mixed, approximately from F to VF. The notes show signs of circulation, folds, stains, edge wear and small tears. One 100 francs note has a visible tear/damage in the lower part. Please examine the photos carefully, as they are part of the description. A good lot for collectors of African banknotes, colonial history, Congo and Katanga. The lot will be packed carefully and securely for shipping.