{"product_id":"carte-telephonique-vintage-mai-45-95-telecarte-50-unites-commemorative","title":"Vintage telephone card May 45-95, 50-unit Phonecard, commemorative","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, known as a \"télécarte,\" features a distinctive commemorative design in homage to the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II, with the inscription \"MAI 45 - MAI 95\" at the bottom of the visible side. The card is structured around a large blue number 8 on a red, white, and blue tricolor background, evoking the date of May 8, 1945, the day of the armistice in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the upper part, a medallion reproduces a coin bearing the inscription \"LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ PAX\" illustrated with stylized figures. The lower part features another medal with the inscription \"RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE 1995 100 FRANCS 8 MAI 1945,\" reinforcing the historical significance of the piece. These two elements are integrated into the card's graphic design and recall the commemorative monetary iconography of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper left corner vertically displays \"Télécarte 50,\" indicating a capacity of 50 units, typical of the smart cards used in French telephone booths in the 1990s. The golden electronic chip is clearly visible, a technological signature of these period cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole is enhanced by a palette of bright and contrasting colors, highlighting the commemorative and patriotic aspect of the object. The glossy finish and smooth surface are characteristic of plasticized télécartes of this generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscriptions are perfectly legible, and the graphics, typical of the commemorative style of the 1990s, give this card a definite historical and visual interest for anyone interested in postal history or vintage telecommunications objects.\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 no major apparent defects in the photo; the chip and inscriptions are intact. Some slight reflections and minor signs of wear may be observed, consistent with the age of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Chip telephone cards were introduced in France in the 1980s, gradually replacing telephone tokens. They became preferred media for limited commemorative editions, such as this one celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the 1945 victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller. Your item will be handled with the utmost care to ensure its preservation during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: French telephone card, commemorative phone card, chip phonecard, May 8 1945, armistice, vintage smart card, old telephony, May 45 May 95, collector's card, French phone card, rare 90s card, Télécarte 50 units\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54295394255175,"sku":"bf3e1211-a880-4c1c-b02e-7ad80e1df89d","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_284efa3e-58b7-4708-a4dd-79835f9fed65.jpg?v=1783301524","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-telephonique-vintage-mai-45-95-telecarte-50-unites-commemorative","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}