Encased Stamp of Lingrand Mirror Factory, Lille
France · 1915 · 25 centimes
A 25 centimes French postage stamp encased in a round metal holder, featuring advertising for Lingrand Mirror Factory located at 16 Rue Saint-Nicolas in Lille.
Necessity money, or 'monnaie de nécessité', like this encased stamp, was issued during periods of currency shortage, often during wartime (such as WWI) or economic crises, by local authorities or businesses to facilitate transactions.
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Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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