{"product_id":"obligation-au-porteur-vsn-1931-verrerie-souchon-neuvesel-document-ancien","title":"Bearer bond VSN 1931, Verrerie Souchon Neuvesel, old document","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\u003eBearer bond issued by the company \"Verrerie Souchon Neuvesel\" (VSN), visible on the front of the document. This financial security, dated 1931, features a two-tone red and blue print on a cream background, typical of French securities issues from the early 20th century. The decorative frame adorned with geometric patterns frames the main inscriptions, including the amount of \"1,000 Francs 5% au Porteur\" (1,000 Francs 5% Bearer) and the mention \"Emission 1931\" (Issue 1931).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part of the document clearly displays the company's name, its capital, the address of the registered office in Lyon, as well as the precise reference of the issue and the bond number (003891). The mentions \"OBLIGATION RACHETÉE\" (BOND REDEEMED) and \"DÉCHÉANCE D’INTÉRÊTS\" (FORFEITURE OF INTEREST) are stamped in blue, indicating that the security was canceled following its redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottom of the document consists of a series of detachable coupons, all numbered and marked with the \"VSN\" logo in red. These coupons, characteristic of old bonds, were intended for the periodic payment of interest. The whole presents a regular alignment, each coupon being perforated with a hole, a sign that they have been used or canceled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper has a slightly yellowed texture and visible handling marks on the edges, testifying to its age and authenticity. The handwritten signature of the administrator appears at the bottom right of the visible side, adding to the historical value of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic style, the use of ornamental fonts, and the presence of floral motifs in the border are representative of financial documents from the interwar period. The perfectly legible visual highlights the quality of printing of the time and the meticulous typography of bond certificates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The bond shows a patina of use consistent with its age, slight handling marks, and perforations on the coupons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nVerrerie Souchon Neuvesel (VSN) was one of the main players in the French glass industry in the 20th century. It would later merge with other companies to form BSN (Boussois Souchon Neuvesel), future Danone. Bearer bonds were commonly issued to finance industrial expansion, and their repayment was guaranteed by the issuing company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in old documents and historical financial securities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique bond, bearer security, financial document, VSN, Verrerie Souchon Neuvesel, paper share, 1930s, old security, paper value, French bond, old bond, French share\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54243707224391,"sku":"88a8c64b-0e78-491f-b3f2-a9822f1e5f72-PA0.36","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_cd99f13e-5e4b-4406-b3a2-0727db961f8f.jpg?v=1782608766","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/obligation-au-porteur-vsn-1931-verrerie-souchon-neuvesel-document-ancien","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}