Banknote France 50 Centimes - Chambre de commerce - Paris - 1920 - Série A.5

The 50 centime banknote issued by the Paris Chamber of Commerce in 1920, classified under series A.5, represents a form of fiduciary currency issued in France in a specific economic context of the time.

The obverse of the banknote features a frame decorated with geometric patterns. A medallion positioned on the left depicts the bust of Minerva, recognizable by her helmet and shown in three-quarter view, facing right. The inscriptions include the mention "CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE PARIS" in capital letters, followed by the face value "CINQUANTE CENTIMES". The signatures of the treasurer and the president are also present, accompanied by the series identification "A.5" and the banknote number "021.791".

The reverse of the banknote repeats the frame with geometric patterns observed on the obverse. The main inscription stipulates that "LES BILLETS EN CIRCULATION SERONT ECHANGEABLES CONTRE DES BILLETS DE LA BANQUE DE FRANCE JUSQU'AU 1 JUILLET 1922", informing the holder of the validity period for the banknote's exchangeability. The face value "0.50" is also indicated. An additional mention specifies that the banknote was issued by virtue of a "DELIBERATION DE LA CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DE PARIS EN DATE DU 10 MARS 1920".

This banknote is characterized by the absence of a watermark. The graphic and textual elements are printed in black on a light-colored background. The overall design reflects the aesthetic conventions and monetary security imperatives in effect at the beginning of the 20th century.