Banknote France 2 Francs - Chamber of Commerce - Rouen - 1916

This French emergency banknote, with a face value of 2 francs, was issued in 1916 by the Rouen Chamber of Commerce. It is part of the emergency issue context, a response to the monetary shortages that occurred during the First World War.

The banknote is associated with the department of Seine-Inférieure, corresponding today to the department of Seine-Maritime (76). Its issue is located precisely in the commune of Rouen.

The reference of this specimen, according to the reference catalog, is JP.110.25. The serial number of this specific banknote is N 000207.

Emergency banknotes issued by the Chambers of Commerce are testimonies of the economic and social history of France during the First World War. They reflect the adaptations put in place to maintain economic activity in times of crisis.