Vintage phone card Télécarte 50 QUELYD flowers chip card

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This vintage phone card, known as a "Télécarte 50", features a front decorated with a colorful floral pattern on a multicolored background. The illustration highlights large flowers in pastel and vibrant shades, blending nuances of pink, white, orange, and green, in a graphic style typical of the 1990s. The card is equipped with a visible gold chip in the upper left, characteristic of French chip phone cards.

On the right side of the card, the inscription "RECTO C'EST BEAU" (FRONT IT'S BEAUTIFUL) is printed in white capital letters, adding a quirky touch to the overall design. In the bottom left, the mention "Télécarte 50" indicates the card's original capacity. The "QUELYD" brand is clearly visible in the bottom right, in black with a red bar underlining the name, suggesting a promotional or advertising edition.

The visible side shows no distinct signs of major wear, deep scratches, or surface alteration. The colors remain vibrant and the print is sharp. The card is photographed on an orange-yellow textile background, highlighting the contrast of its floral pattern.

The typography and design of the card, as well as the reference to the "Télécarte 50" chip card, place this object in the period of phone card distribution in France, primarily between the 1980s and early 2000s. The overall aesthetic particularly evokes the early to mid-1990s.

This card is a representative example of the series of French chip phone cards, sought after for their graphic design, historical function, and value as an advertising item.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side appears in good overall condition, with no major flaws observable in the photograph.

Did you know? Chip phone cards were introduced in France in the early 1980s to replace telephone tokens. They were used in public telephone booths and quickly became collector's items, especially thanks to limited and promotional editions like these, often issued by brands or during special events.

AFW Reassurance

Careful and fast shipping, professional packaging adapted to the fragility of collectible items. Recognized professional seller.

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