Banknote France 1 Franc - Chamber of Commerce - Avignon - 1914 - 1915

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This 1 Franc banknote was issued by the Avignon Chamber of Commerce during the period of the First World War, more precisely between 1914 and 1915. It is a necessity issue, implemented due to the exceptional economic and monetary circumstances of the time.

The front of the banknote features several distinctive elements. It includes the mention "REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE" in capital letters, highlighting the issuing authority. The inscription "Guerre Européenne de 1914 - 1915" recalls the historical context of the issue. The name of the "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE d'AVIGNON" is clearly indicated, followed by the names of the cities of Avignon, Apt, Carpentras and Orange, possibly related to the area of issue or validity of the banknote. The face value, "UN FRANC", is also mentioned. A serial number, such as "N° 351,871", is printed on the banknote. Finally, the mention "NANCY LITH BERGER LEVRAULT" indicates the printer responsible for the production of the banknote.

The back of the banknote bears the inscription "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE D'AVIGNON", reiterating the issuer. An important mention specifies that "Ce remboursement est garanti par le dépôt à la Banque de France de leur contre-valeur en billets de banque", thus ensuring confidence in the value of the banknote. The printer, Berger-Levrault of Nancy, is also mentioned on the back.

This banknote testifies to a specific period in French economic history, marked by the need to compensate for the lack of fiduciary money in circulation during the First World War. The Chambers of Commerce then played a crucial role in issuing these necessity banknotes, guaranteeing their value through deposits with the Banque de France.