{"product_id":"carte-telephonique-telecarte-120-gustave-ferrie-vintage-puce-rare","title":"Vintage Télécarte 120 Gustave Ferrié phone card, chip, rare","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 smart card, known as a \"Télécarte 120,\" features an illustrated portrait of Gustave Ferrié, an engineer and telecommunications pioneer, on its front. The illustration highlights Ferrié's face, depicted with a white beard, wearing a dark jacket, against a plain blue background. To the left, a stylized scientific diagram or apparatus accompanies the scene, evoking his field of expertise. The entire visual is rendered in cool tones, primarily shades of blue, gray, and brown, contrasting with the golden chip visible on the left side of the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscription \"Gustave Ferrié\" is clearly legible in the upper left part of the card, close to the electronic chip. In the lower right, \"Télécarte 120\" indicates the unit capacity, typical of these cards used in France from the 1980s and 1990s. The white arrow on the left indicates the direction of insertion into a telephone terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card, of standard rectangular format, has rounded corners and a smooth surface. No element of the back is visible in the photo. The general condition of the front appears good, with no noticeable scratches or wear on the visible side, the electronic chip appears intact, and the graphics remain clear and legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of telephone card—also called a phonecard or chipcard—is sought after for its vintage appeal and commemorative visuals. Here, the tribute to Gustave Ferrié enhances the historical and scientific interest of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is placed on an orange-yellow velvet-like fabric, which highlights the cool colors of the visual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Front in good apparent condition, no major visible wear, chip intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Gustave Ferrié (1868-1932) was a French engineer known for his work on wireless telegraphy and radio broadcasting. He played a key role in installing radio antennas on the Eiffel Tower, making this monument a transmission center from the beginning of 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 guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in vintage and collectible items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: telephone card, télécarte, phonecard, chipcard, Gustave Ferrié, smart card, rare card, vintage card, telecommunications, France Telecom card, Télécarte 120 units, old card, scientist phonecard, French chip card\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54293992538439,"sku":"3f3fc53c-8700-47ec-9c30-8ad2a9a1c5f5","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_4c30a8e4-fe27-4bc9-a6ee-59fe168721dd.jpg?v=1783264439","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-telephonique-telecarte-120-gustave-ferrie-vintage-puce-rare","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}