Vintage French Telecom Télécarte 50 blue chip phone card collectible

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Description

France Telecom chip phone card, visible in the photo, model "Télécarte 50". The front features a visual in shades of blue, with a graphic montage representing several emblematic monuments, including the Statue of Liberty, Big Ben, and a stylized Asian pagoda. The background evokes a cloudy sky, reinforcing the idea of international connection. In the upper right corner is the slogan "A world ever closer." accompanied by the France Telecom logo, perfectly legible.

The gold chip is clearly visible on the left side of the card, characteristic of 1990s phone cards. The inscription "TELECARTE 50" in the lower left indicates a capacity of 50 units, typical of this format used in public phone booths in France at that time. The overall graphics, the choice of blue, and the typography are representative of 90s advertising style.

The card shows a standard rectangular shape with rounded corners. The visible surface appears in good condition, without major scratches, chips, or excessive wear marks on the presented side. The colors remain vibrant and the text perfectly legible, which is a plus for phone card enthusiasts and vintage telecommunication items collectors.

The design highlights the idea of globalization and bringing people closer together, a frequent theme in France Telecom campaigns during this period. The presence of international monuments underscores the brand's international positioning at the time of widespread use of card-operated public telephones.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible side shows good preservation, with no apparent defects.

Did you know? Chip phone cards were introduced in France in the 1980s and became emblematic in the 1990s. France Telecom largely contributed to popularizing this payment method for phone booths, before the massive arrival of mobile phones. Some limited-edition series are now sought after for their graphics or theme.

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