Banknote France 5 Francs - Ville - Roubaix-Tourcoing - 15-12- 1917 - 13ème série

This emergency banknote, issued in France, has a face value of 5 francs. It dates from December 15, 1917. It falls into the category of emergency issues common to cities during the period from 1914 to 1918.

The banknote is specifically linked to the municipalities of Roubaix and Tourcoing, located in the Nord department (59). This issue is classified in the 13th series.

The banknote bears two signatures, authenticating its issue and validity at the time. The absence of a clearly designated issuing institution suggests a local or emergency issue, typical of emergency banknotes issued during periods of crisis or shortage of official fiduciary currency. The mention "Nécessités Communes et Villes 1914-1918" clearly indicates the context of its issuance, linked to the economic and financial constraints imposed by the First World War.

This type of banknote testifies to the monetary adaptations put in place by local authorities to compensate for the lack of liquidity and facilitate economic transactions within the populations. The association of the cities of Roubaix and Tourcoing for this issue highlights inter-municipal cooperation in the face of the economic challenges of the time.