Banknote France 1 Franc - Montpellier - Chambre de Commerce - 1917 - Série 125

This 1 Franc banknote, issued by the Montpellier Chamber of Commerce in 1917, represents an example of emergency currency issued during a period of conflict. The banknote is part of Series 125.

The front of the banknote features the inscription "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE MONTPELLIER" at the top, followed by the mentions "Le Trésorier" (The Treasurer) and "Le Président" (The President) indicating those responsible for the issue. The face value "1 FRANC" is clearly displayed, accompanied by the series number "Série 125" and an identification number "02.245". A mention of the deliberation of October 11, 1917, the date of the issuance decision, is also present. The signature "Imp. RICHARD, Paris P. Arnavielhe, inv" indicates the printer and the designer, Paul Arnavielhe, responsible for the design of the banknote.

The back of the banknote is more sober, with the face value "1 FRANC" highlighted. The inscription "Imprimerie Richard, Paris, France" specifies the origin of the printing.

The banknote is written in Latin, the vehicular language of the time for official documents. The printer is Imprimerie Richard, located in Paris. The graphic designer and draftsman of the banknote is Paul Arnavielhe.