France 1914 50 Centimes - Chambre de commerce - Boulogne sur Mer - 14-08- 1914 FF+

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This French banknote was issued by the Chamber of Commerce of Boulogne-sur-Mer. Its face value is 50 centimes. It was issued on August 14, 1914.

The obverse of the banknote features the inscription "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE BOULOGNE-SUR-MER" at the top, followed by the mention "Délibération de la Chambre du 14 Août 1914". The face value "0.50" is indicated, followed by "CINQUANTE CENTIMES". The signatures of the Treasurer and the President of the Chamber of Commerce are also present. A serial number, "051.982", also appears on the banknote.

The banknote is a testament to local economic history during World War I, where chambers of commerce sometimes issued emergency currency due to cash shortages.

The overall impression of the banknote suggests an emergency issue, with a simple and functional design. The inscriptions are clear and direct, reflecting the context of crisis and the need to facilitate local trade.

 

 

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