Chalot Gas Stoves 15 Centimes Emergency Currency Token

France · 1900 · 15 centimes

A circular metal token encasing a 15 centimes French Sower postage stamp. The metal frame features advertising for 'RECHAUD A GAZ CHALOT' and identifies it as 'MONNAIE DE NECESSITE'.

Issued as emergency currency during a period of coin shortages, likely around World War I, these tokens were used by businesses like Chalot Gas Stoves in Paris to facilitate small transactions and advertise their services.