Encased Stamp Money, Lingrand Mirror Factory, Lille

France · 1900 · 10 centimes

A French 10 centimes Sower stamp is encased in a circular metal frame. The frame features advertising text for the Lingrand Mirror Factory located at 16, Rue Saint Nicolas in Lille.

This encased stamp served as emergency currency (Notgeld) in early 20th century France, likely during a period of coin shortage. Businesses like Lingrand Mirror Factory issued them to facilitate local commerce.