Basses-Alpes

This category groups emergency banknotes issued in the department of Basses-Alpes (now Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) during periods of monetary shortage, particularly during the First and Second World Wars. These notes, often issued by municipalities, chambers of commerce or local businesses, are a valuable testimony to the economic and social history of the department.

Here you will find a selection of emergency banknotes classified by municipality or issuer of Basses-Alpes. Each note is presented with a detailed description including its issuer, face value, date of issue (if known), and information about its historical context. The notes are classified alphabetically by municipality