{"product_id":"carte-telephonique-vintage-france-telecom-tgv-telecarte-120-rare","title":"Vintage France Telecom TGV Phone Card - Rare Télécarte 120","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e  \nHere is an old telephone card, known as a télécarte, issued by France Telecom. The visible side features a typical 1990s advertising visual, centered on the telephone service available on board the TGV. A blue and white TGV train, a blue wall-mounted public telephone, and a portrait of a man in a suit using the handset can be seen. The inscription \"LE TELEPHONE EST DANS LE TGV\" (The telephone is on the TGV) appears at the top, while \"TELECARTE 120\" is located at the bottom left, indicating the credit units, and the \"France Telecom\" logo is printed at the bottom right.  \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card features bright, contrasting colors, dominated by blue, white, and touches of red, in a graphic style characteristic of late 20th-century corporate communication. The top left corner has the typical gold chip found on microprocessor telecards. The item is presented on an orange-yellow background, which highlights its shiny appearance and surface condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual displays a dynamic composition, combining the modernity of the TGV and the telephone technology of the era, reflecting a pivotal period in the history of French telecommunications. The design, typography, and visible logos are consistent with France Telecom's production from the late 80s and early 90s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 120-unit télécarte, in credit card format, is an emblematic item from the 1990s, sought after for its retro graphics and railway theme. No details are visible regarding the back or any inscriptions on the reverse side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible general condition appears good: the front shows no deep scratches, chips, or major defects on the chip or the print. The corners are sharp and the surface is shiny, with excellent preservation of the original colors and patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e  \nUsed item, sold as is, as shown in the photo.  \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nFrance Telecom telecards were introduced in 1983 and became an emblematic medium for visual communication and institutional advertising until their gradual withdrawal in the 2000s. Thematic models, such as those dedicated to the TGV, reflect the evolution of transport and telecommunications in France at the end of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e  \nCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in vintage and collectible items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique telephone card, advertising phonecard, France Telecom TGV, vintage chip card, 90s telephony, SNCF train, rare telecard, chip phonecard, France collection card, retro telecom item, train telecard, old French telephone card\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54270043980103,"sku":"8a0964b0-41bd-4618-b04b-18caf9061b9d","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_b95237e7-ca64-4431-bf10-4b936056fa21.jpg?v=1782949764","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-telephonique-vintage-france-telecom-tgv-telecarte-120-rare","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}