Botot Soaps and Toothpastes 10 Centimes Necessity Token

France · 1900 · 10 centimes

A circular necessity token featuring the text 'BON POUR 10 CENTIMES DE FRANC' and 'SAVONS ET DENTIFRICES BOTOT' around a central stylized logo. The design is printed in black on a light background.

This token represents a form of private local currency, known as 'monnaie de nécessité', issued by the Botot company in early 20th century France, likely due to a shortage of small change.