{"product_id":"action-au-porteur-paris-congo-annees-1920-vintage-coupon-titre-ancien","title":"1920s Paris-Congo bearer share, coupon, old bond","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 authentic bearer share from the limited company \"Paris-Congo\" comes in the form of a printed document, typical of financial securities issued in the 1920s. The visible side shows an ornamental blue-green border with floral motifs, framing the central text. The name \"PARIS-CONGO\" appears in prominent capital letters, accompanied by official mentions such as \"Société Anonyme\" (Limited Company), \"Capital Social: 5,625,000 Francs\" (Share Capital: 5,625,000 Francs), and \"Action de Cent Francs au Porteur\" (Bearer Share of One Hundred Francs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the top left, a round red stamp \"PARIS-CONGO SOCIÉTÉ ANONYME\" is clearly affixed, featuring the stylized \"PC\" monogram. Several period handwritten signatures are printed, reinforcing the document's authenticity. The share number, \"034998,\" appears on the central part and on each of the detachable coupons at the bottom of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower part features a grid of coupons numbered 1 to 40, each stamped with a red seal identical to the one in the upper corner. The coupons are aligned in columns, with the mention \"PARIS-CONGO Société Anonyme Action N° 034998 Coupon N°?\" on each section, highlighting their purpose of being detached for dividends or interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dominant color is a pale blue-green, with contrasts provided by the black and red inks. The paper shows some visible stains on the left, indicating its age. No reverse side is visible in the photo, and only the richly detailed front side is described here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic style, the use of administrative French from that era, and the typography perfectly correspond to stock issues from the 1920s in France, enhancing the historical and decorative interest of this document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Presence of stains and slight traces of wear visible on the left border. The inscriptions, signatures, and stamps are clearly legible. The overall presentation remains good for an old security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Bearer shares, like this one, were anonymous securities allowing their holder to assert their rights without a named mention. This type of document was common in the early 20th century before being gradually replaced by more secure registration systems from the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging ensured by a professional seller specializing in antique documents and historical securities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique security, bearer share, Paris Congo, 1920s share, vintage financial security, detachable coupon, stock market document, nominative share, valuable paper, old stock certificate, historical share, decorative share\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54489476399431,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_920a8aeb-b3b4-43a8-b498-793c17f4bf33.jpg?v=1785630659","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/action-au-porteur-paris-congo-annees-1920-vintage-coupon-titre-ancien","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}