{"product_id":"action-au-porteur-la-commerciale-afrique-francaise-ancien-titre-papier-vintage","title":"Bearer share La Commerciale Afrique Française old vintage paper 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\u003eOld bearer financial security issued by the company \"La Commerciale de l'Afrique Française\", visible in the photograph. This original document features a wide decorative brown-red border surrounding the main text, typical of securities and shares from the early to mid-20th century. The full title \"LA COMMERCIALE DE L'AFRIQUE FRANÇAISE\" is printed at the top, followed by the mention \"Action de 1.250 Francs C.F.A. au porteur entièrement libérée\" (Bearer Share of 1,250 CFA Francs, fully paid up). The head office is indicated as Douala (Cameroon).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part of the document bears the share number 006.772, as well as several printed handwritten signatures and the distinctive red stamp \"COAF\". The entire text is in black and brown tones, with fine printing and security patterns in the background, characteristic of administrative and stock market documents from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower part of the share features a series of numbered detachable coupons, all also bearing the red \"COAF\" stamp. These coupons were used for the payment of dividends or interest, and each is perfectly aligned and numbered, testifying to the authenticity and care taken in printing this type of document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface shows a clear print, without major alteration, and an aged patina. The visible edges and corners appear to be in good condition, with no apparent tears. The graphic style and typography are typical of financial securities issued between the 1920s and 1950s, although the mention of the CFA franc probably places this document after 1945, the period when this currency was introduced in French-speaking Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis paper security is a representative example of old bearer shares, prized for their retro aesthetics and historical value, both by scripophily enthusiasts and for vintage decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Aged patina, print and stamps well preserved on the visible side. The overall condition is consistent with wear and age as seen in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The CFA franc (Communauté Financière Africaine) was established in 1945 to replace the French Colonies of Africa franc, marking a new stage in the monetary history of West and Central Africa. Bearer securities like this one were commonly used to facilitate transfers and anonymous ownership of shares until their gradual disappearance during the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by an experienced professional seller, to ensure the protection of this historical document during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old financial security, bearer share, retro paper value, scripophily, vintage stock market security, La Commerciale de l'Afrique Française, Douala Cameroon share, old financial document, old share certificate, vintage stock bond, old French security, paper CFA share\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54283193581895,"sku":"06656632-f6ac-469e-8b5a-b44b12a56992-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_ea5c1afb-1e16-4bf9-a1ff-57d747da029c.jpg?v=1783092677","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/action-au-porteur-la-commerciale-afrique-francaise-ancien-titre-papier-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}