uncommon1900-1945

France 25 Centimes Emergency Stamp-Money - La Petite Epargne

Name: France 25 Centimes Emergency Stamp-Money - La Petite Epargne
Brand: France

France · 1920 · 25 Centimes

This is a French 25 centimes emergency stamp-money (timbre-monnaie) issued around 1920. It features an advertisement for 'La Petite Epargne', a business located at 45 rue de Châteaudun, Paris. These items were used as a substitute for small change during periods of coin scarcity.

During and after World War I, many countries, including France, experienced shortages of small denomination coins. Private businesses and municipalities often issued these 'monnaie de nécessité' or 'stamp-money' to facilitate commerce, often incorporating advertising for the issuer.

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emergency-money advertising paris numismatics

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$75

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$45

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.