Banknote France 1 Franc - Chamber of Commerce - Calais - 1916 - 1st série- 5th émission

This 1 franc banknote was issued by the Calais Chamber of Commerce in 1916. It belongs to the first replacement series of the fifth issue.

On the front, the mention "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE CALAIS" is clearly visible. The face value, "UN FRANC", is also indicated. The signatures of the Treasurer and the President of the Chamber of Commerce are present. The serial number, "C. 8532", is printed. The mention "1ère Série de remplacement de la 5ème Emission" specifies the context of this issue. The name of the printer, "LITH. ROY & VALADE AMIENS", is also present.

The back of the banknote bears the inscription relating to the redemption conditions. It stipulates that redemption in Banque de France banknotes will take place one year after the signing of the peace. Furthermore, it is specified that all banknotes still in circulation must be presented for redemption within five years after this date.

The banknote has a watermark representing bees. The Roy & Valade printing house, located in Amiens, France, is responsible for printing this banknote.

The writing used on the banknote is Latin.