{"product_id":"carte-telephonique-france-telecom-50-unites-vintage-musique-vocale-retro","title":"Vintage France Telecom 50-unit telephone card – Voice music, retro","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis phone card, visible in the photo, is a France Telecom \"Télécarte 50\" model, illustrated on its front with a reproduction of three sculpted heads evoking vocal music. The scene depicts three cherubs or putti singing, rendered in a style reminiscent of classical sculptures, in cream and beige tones. The inscription \"FRANCE TELECOM MÉCÈNE DE LA MUSIQUE VOCALE\" (France Telecom Patron of Vocal Music) is clearly visible in gold letters on the upper part of the card, below the electronic chip characteristic of French phone cards from the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper right corner displays the mention \"TELECARTE 50\", indicating a capacity of 50 units, standard for cards of this era, with no specific date mentioned on the visible side. The golden chip on the left, typical of the memory technology used during this period, is clearly visible. The card as a whole has a rectangular shape, with rounded corners, and a glossy finish that reflects light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall visual, elegant and understated, highlights an artistic and heritage motif, which was common in special or commemorative editions distributed by France Telecom to promote culture and the arts. The details of the sculpted decor are sharp, with no apparent signs of discoloration or major defects on the visible side. The plain background of the card and the framing of the \"TELECARTE 50\" inscription reinforce the institutional and heritage character of this object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is photographed on an orange-yellow textile background, which highlights the softness of its tones and the fineness of the print. No barcode, serial number or usage information is visible on this side, in accordance with most collectible phone card models displayed illustration-side up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible surface shows no major scratches or significant chips, but slight traces of use may remain, typical for this type of vintage object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e France Telecom chip phone cards were introduced in the 1980s and became a medium for communication and cultural promotion in the 90s. Some limited series, such as those dedicated to music or heritage, are sought after for their original illustrations and their connection to the history of French telecommunications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e: Fast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in vintage and collectible items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: vintage phone card, France Telecom, vintage phonecard, retro chip card, 90s telecom, music collectible card, collectible phonecard, singing card, French art card, 50 units telecom, France Telecom phonecard, retro vocal music card\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54238839013703,"sku":"afe80c35-3231-4731-96c2-fea78465d92a","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_96c085dc-ae4e-40a0-b364-e3fa3c019369.jpg?v=1782509728","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-telephonique-france-telecom-50-unites-vintage-musique-vocale-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}