5000 francs Type 1971 (1971-1977) André Vésale. 6.1.1971 to 15.9.1977. Green. André Vésale (Vesalius) at center. 4 signature varieties. Back: Escapelus statue and temple of Epidaure. Watermark: King Baudouin I in profile. 167,5 x 84 mm. Designed by Florenzo Masimo-Bessi. Printer: BNB. No security Thread. Replacement notes: Series I and serial number begins w/ 9.

#137a: VIJF DUIZEND (error) on back.
#137b: VIJFDUIZEND (corrected) on back.