{"product_id":"action-au-porteur-societe-cotonniere-de-saigon-annees-1920-document-financier-vi","title":"Bearer share Saigon Cotton Company 1920s financial document vi","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 document is a bearer share certificate issued by the \u003cb\u003eSociété Cotonnière de Saïgon\u003c\/b\u003e, visible on the front. The share is valued at \u003cb\u003etwo hundred and fifty francs\u003c\/b\u003e, as indicated in the center of the document. The design features an ornamental frame typical of early 20th-century financial documents, with floral motifs and classical symmetry. The predominant color is light beige with brown printing, enhanced by numerous red circular stamps bearing the initials \"SS\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part contains the full name of the company, \"Société Cotonnière de Saïgon\", as well as the mention \"Siège social à Paris\" (Head office in Paris). Several handwritten signatures and a blue ink annotation are visible, adding an authentic and historical character to the whole. The inscription \"Action au porteur n° 26333\" (Bearer share no. 26333) is clearly legible, reinforcing the original aspect of the financial security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower part, a series of detachable coupons are present, each bearing a distinct number as well as the company's red stamp. These coupons are aligned in several rows and are an emblematic feature of old share certificates, intended to be detached when dividends are paid. The mentions \"Société Cotonnière de Saïgon\" and \"Action n° 26333\" are repeated on each coupon, accompanied by a printed cartouche and the stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper shows marked creases and some signs of wear, particularly on the edges, which is typical for documents of this era. No elements from the reverse or other sides are visible in this image. The overall impression clearly evokes the 1920s, both in terms of graphic style, typography, and presentation of information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed document, sold as is. Presence of creases, signs of wear, and small tears on the edges, visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Bearer shares were commonly used until the mid-20th century, as they allowed for the transfer of ownership without nominative registration. The Société Cotonnière de Saïgon was one of many French companies established in Indochina, actively participating in the growth of the textile industry in the region during the colonial period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping assured by a professional seller specializing in antique and historical documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: bearer share, antique security, financial document, vintage share, Société Cotonnière de Saïgon, 1920s share, old share, stock certificate, detachable coupon, financial paper, stock certificate, old share certificate, Indochina share\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54262851305799,"sku":"b9882d95-02a8-489b-9d06-6af2b32ba992-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_b63db975-2326-4226-9005-1f2657de76b6.jpg?v=1782885630","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/action-au-porteur-societe-cotonniere-de-saigon-annees-1920-document-financier-vi","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}