Banknote France 5 Francs - Ville - Roubaix-Tourcoing - 20-04-1916 - 7ème série - R9009

This French emergency banknote, with a value of 5 francs, was issued on April 20, 1916. It is part of the series of Communes and Cities Emergency Issues, dating from the period 1914-1918.

The banknote comes from the Nord department (59), and more specifically from the towns of Roubaix and Tourcoing. It is part of the 7th series, bearing the number R9009.

This type of banknote was issued in the specific context of the First World War, where shortages of fiduciary currency led cities and towns to issue their own banknotes to facilitate local transactions. These issues were often approved by the prefectural authorities, as is the case here with approvals dated April 22 and 25, 1916.

The banknote has two signatures, attesting to its authenticity and compliance with the legal requirements of the time.

The mention "Face value: 5 FRANCS" clearly indicates the monetary value of the banknote, allowing its use in local commercial and financial exchanges.