{"product_id":"carte-telephonique-telecarte-50-unites-lorraine-95-biennale-aerostation-vintage","title":"Telecarte 50 units Lorraine 95 Aerostation Vintage Phone Card","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 French telephone card, also known as a télécarte, features an illustrated side dedicated to the \"World Air Ballooning Biennial\" held in Lorraine in 1995. The colorful illustration covers the entire visible surface and highlights several hot air balloons of various shapes and colors, against a blue sky, with white lines evoking clouds or air currents. A stylized portrait, likely of an air ballooning pioneer, occupies the upper right part of the card. The mention \"LORRAINE 95\" is also present in large white letters on a blue background on the left, and \"Télécarte 50\" on a vertical white strip on the right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden chip characteristic of French smart phone cards is clearly visible at the bottom left. The inscription \"BIENNALE MONDIALE DE L'AÉROSTATION\" appears in yellow letters on a blue background, confirming the event commemorated by this edition. Several balloons with varied patterns (stripes, checkerboards, bright colors) add a festive and typical 1990s aspect to the graphic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall condition visible in the photo appears good: no chips, folds, or major wear is noticeable on the illustrated side. The corners seem sharp, the surface retains its original shine, and the chip shows no apparent signs of oxidation. The card is photographed in a vertical position on a natural surface, with soft light highlighting its colors and graphic details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis télécarte, typical of the 1990s, will particularly interest those looking for advertising or commemorative objects related to the history of telecommunications in France, or emblematic souvenirs of regional events like the Air Ballooning Biennial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscriptions are perfectly legible on the front. No other logo or brand is visible on the photographed part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is, visible side in very good apparent condition, no major defects observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The smart phone card was introduced in France in 1986 and revolutionized the use of public telephones by allowing precise electronic billing. Special editions, such as that of the World Air Ballooning Biennial, were produced in limited quantities and are now sought after for their commemorative value and their emblematic 90s graphics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller, for a reliable and secure shopping experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: telephone card, télécarte France, vintage phonecard, Lorraine 95, Air Ballooning Biennial, smart card, 90s telecom, collectible phonecard, commemorative card, hot air balloon illustration, Télécarte 50 units, French phone card, regional event\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54260794982727,"sku":"39f899cb-d0a0-4e4b-a252-cb25a7ce70e9","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_21b56a3a-0b59-44c0-9b1b-a5c10856c165.jpg?v=1782840872","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-telephonique-telecarte-50-unites-lorraine-95-biennale-aerostation-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}