French 5 Centimes Encased Postage Stamp (L. Vaïsse & Cie)
France · 1900 · 5 centimes
A French 5 centimes Sower stamp encased in a circular metal frame, likely for use as necessity money. The frame bears the inscription 'L. Vaïsse et compagnie 99, rue de Richelieu à Paris'.
Encased postage stamps served as emergency currency during periods of coin shortages, often issued by private businesses. This example from L. Vaïsse & Cie in Paris illustrates a private solution to currency scarcity in early 20th century France.
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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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