{"product_id":"carte-telephonique-vintage-france-telecom-telecarte-50-unites-transfert-d-appel","title":"Vintage French Telecom phone card, 50 units, call forwarding","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\u003eVisible chip telephone card, issued by France Telecom, illustrating the \"Call Forwarding\" service. The front features a typical 1990s photographic visual, with a seaside scene: a person in the foreground uses a telephone, while in the background, two children play on the beach near a jetty. The whole is dominated by blue, sand, and brown tones, evoking a summery and family atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the top of the card is the inscription \"TRANSFERT D’APPEL\" (CALL FORWARDING) in white letters on a blue background. The golden electronic chip, characteristic of French phone cards from this period, is clearly visible on the left. The bottom left corner indicates \"TELECARTE 50\", signifying a capacity of 50 units, while the \"FRANCE TELECOM\" logo appears at the bottom right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card has a smooth, glossy finish, typical of laminated phone cards from the late 20th century. No details are observable regarding the back or non-visible edges. The overall condition of the front appears good, with no major apparent defects on the photograph (no chips, deep scratches, or significant visible marks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model of phone card, also known as a phonecard or chip card, was used in public telephone booths in France, mainly in the 80s-90s. The presence of the promotional visual \"Call Forwarding\" makes it a typical example of the themed editions launched by France Telecom at that time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible side shows good preservation, with no major apparent defects on the image. Any classic signs of wear related to handling or age can only be assessed on this side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Chip phone cards were introduced in France as early as 1983 by France Telecom, a pioneer in this field. These cards were not only a practical means of payment for public calls but also became a true social phenomenon, with a wide variety of thematic and advertising editions, some of which are now sought after for their historical or graphic value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional seller: fast shipping and careful packaging to ensure the security of your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: vintage phone card, France Telecom phonecard, vintage chip card, 90s telephone card, chip card collection, prepaid card France, call forwarding, public telephone card, France Telecom memorabilia, retro telephony, advertising telephone card, old phonecard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251678138695,"sku":"b96b6f16-ec7c-439c-af3a-fd9bcf2cbbdc","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_b25f06da-996c-456e-8756-5bc810841b4a.jpg?v=1782728674","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-telephonique-vintage-france-telecom-telecarte-50-unites-transfert-d-appel","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}