{"product_id":"action-au-porteur-ancienne-produits-chimiques-annees-1920-titre-boursier-retro","title":"Old Bearer Share Chemicals 1920s Retro Stock Certificate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for an antique bearer share certificate, shown in the photo, issued by the \"Société Anonyme des Produits Chimiques\" (Chemical Products Corporation). The document features a visual typical of French stock certificates from the early 20th century, with blue printing on cream-colored paper, finely ornamented borders, and handwritten text areas. The title \"ACTION DE 100 FRANCS AU PORTEUR\" (BEARER SHARE OF 100 FRANCS) is printed in blue capital letters on a horizontal band, giving the whole a distinctive institutional appearance of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper shows a patina marked by time, with irregular edges and visible signs of wear, including tears and missing pieces on the sides. Several dividend coupons remain attached at the bottom of the document, each bearing a share number and authentication elements printed in blue and red. The original handwritten signatures are visible in the bottom right, adding an authentic dimension to the whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe top part of the certificate displays the company name in blue and neoclassical-inspired graphic ornaments, typical of the 1920s. The handwritten date \"Paris, Janvier 1929\" (Paris, January 1929) is legible, confirming the document's age and placing it in the interwar period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout, the use of blue color, the typography, and the presence of detachable coupons conform to the standards of French bearer shares of that era. The document is presented on a wooden support, which highlights its decorative and patrimonial qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of antique stock certificate is sought after for its historical value, its retro aesthetic, and its decorative potential, particularly for framing or vintage display. The mention \"Produits Chimiques\" specifies the issuing company's sector of activity, a detail appreciated in the history of French industries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear, tears, missing corners, and a visible patina consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Bearer shares were a very common type of financial security in France until the 1980s. They allowed their holder to anonymize ownership of the security, which led to their gradual suppression for reasons of financial transparency. The attached coupons were used to collect dividends each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique documents and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique share, stock certificate, bearer share, financial document, retro share, chemical products share, 1920s share, antique paper, decorative share, vintage stock certificate, France share, Paris share\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323048022343,"sku":"4553a865-a778-4d0f-96fe-bbb14e0268c3-PA0.36","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_eb0bad1d-7b2b-4ca9-a757-2769398408af.jpg?v=1783704871","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/action-au-porteur-ancienne-produits-chimiques-annees-1920-titre-boursier-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}