Banknote France 1 Franc - Chambre de commerce - Paris - 10-03-1920 - Série S.A10

This 2 Francs note was issued by the Paris Chamber of Commerce, with an issue date set at March 10, 1920. It is a "front" type note, with inscriptions in Latin.

On the front of the note, the face value "2" is indicated twice. There is also the mention "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE PARIS" as well as the value "DEUX FRANCS". The signatures of the Treasurer and the President of the Chamber of Commerce are present. The series of the note is "S. A10" and a serial number, "072.199", is printed.

The back of the note features an inscription referring to a deliberation of the Paris Chamber of Commerce, dated March 10, 1920. This inscription specifies that the banknotes in circulation would be exchangeable for banknotes of the Banque de France until July 1, 1922.

This banknote testifies to a time when the Chambers of Commerce could issue their own currency, in addition to or in replacement of the national currency, in a particular economic context. The mention of exchangeability against banknotes of the Banque de France indicates a desire to guarantee the value of these banknotes and to integrate them into the national monetary system.