Banknote France 1 Franc - Chambre de Commerce - Châteauroux - 1918

Remarks:

This 1 franc banknote was issued by the Chamber of Commerce of Châteauroux in 1918.

On the front, the banknote features the face value "1F." as well as the year of issue "1918" and the date "2 DECEMBRE". A serial number, "36243", is also printed. The mention "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE CHATEAUROUX" indicates the issuing institution, followed by the value "UN FRANC". The designations "Le Trésorier" (The Treasurer) and "Le Président" (The President) are present, leaving space for the signatures of the officials. Finally, the mention "IMP BADEL CHATEAUROUX" identifies the printer as Imprimerie Badel, located in Châteauroux.

On the back, in cursive writing, the value "1F." is found again. The inscription "LA CONTRE-VALEUR EST DEPOSEE AU TRESOR" ensures the availability of funds. The terms "LE REMBOURSEMENT AURA LIEU AUX CAISSES PUBLIQUES DE L'INDRE" specify the terms of repayment of the banknote. A validity clause is stated: "CE BILLET EST VALABLE JUSQU'A L'EXPIRATION DE L'ANNEE QUI SUIVRA LA CESSATION DES HOSTILITES", linking the validity period of the banknote to the end of the war.

The printer of this banknote is Imprimerie Badel, located in Châteauroux, France.