Banknote France 1 Franc - Compagnie de Béthune - 01-01-1915 - Série 2

This emergency banknote, issued by the Compagnie de Béthune, is dated January 1, 1915. It has a face value of 1 Franc.

This banknote was issued during the period of the First World War, specifically during the years 1914-1918, a time when emergency currencies were common due to shortages of cash. It belongs to a category of banknotes issued by municipalities and towns to facilitate local transactions.

Geographically, this banknote is linked to the department of Pas-de-Calais (number 62) and more specifically to the town of Béthune. The issuance of this type of banknote was often a response to local economic needs in times of crisis.

The banknote belongs to Series 2, which indicates an emission sequence or a specific feature in the production of these emergency banknotes. The reference JP.62-0641 allows it to be identified in numismatic catalogs and inventories, facilitating its classification and study by collectors and researchers.

The nominal value of this banknote is 50 centimes, which corresponds to half a franc. These low-value banknotes were essential for daily transactions, allowing residents to continue trading despite the economic difficulties of the time.