Spidoléine Automobile Oil 5 Centimes Necessity Token
France · 1900 · 5 centimes
A circular paper or cardboard token, featuring the text 'BON POUR 5 CENTIMES DE FRANC' and 'HUILE AUTOMOBILE SPIDOLÉINE' within a decorative border. It served as a voucher for automobile oil.
This token represents 'monnaie de nécessité' issued by the Spidoléine automobile oil company in early 20th century France. Such tokens were common during periods of coin shortages, often serving as promotional items or local currency for specific goods.
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