Banknote France 100 Francs - Ville - Roubaix-Tourcoing - 10éme Série - 21-04-1917

This French banknote was issued by the cities of Roubaix and Tourcoing. Its face value is 100 francs. The issuance of this note was deliberated on April 21, 1917, and approved by the prefectural authority on May 9, 1917.

This banknote is part of the context of the Common Needs and Cities of the period 1914-1918. It belongs to the 10th series of these issues. The department concerned by this banknote is the Nord.

The banknote shows traces of cancellation, made by perforation. These perforations testify to its withdrawal from circulation after use.

This type of emergency banknote was often issued by local authorities during periods of economic crisis or currency shortage. They facilitated trade at the local level. These banknotes are now valuable witnesses to the economic and social history of France during the First World War.

The collaboration between Roubaix and Tourcoing for the issuance of this banknote highlights the importance of solidarity and cooperation between municipalities in the face of the difficulties of the time. This banknote represents a symbol of local autonomy and the ability of cities to organize themselves to meet the needs of their inhabitants.