120-unit Giuglielmo Marconi vintage chip phone card

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This visible chip telephone card, known as "Télécarte 120", features on its front a colour illustration of the famous inventor Guglielmo Marconi, a pioneer of radio communications. To the left of the portrait, a schematic representation of a wireless telegraphy apparatus is visible, recalling Marconi's major invention. The whole is printed on a brown-grey background, with a matte and slightly satin finish.

The upper left part of the card displays the mention "Télécarte 120" on a white background, indicating the unit capacity of this smart card. The golden electronic chip is clearly visible, typical of French cards from the 1990s. To the right, the name "Guglielmo MARCONI" appears in easily readable white letters, reinforcing the commemorative and historical nature of this edition.

The card adopts the classic rectangular format of French telephone cards, with rounded corners and a smooth surface. The graphic design highlights the profile of the scientist, dressed in a green suit and purple tie, in an illustrative style reminiscent of the late 20th century. No operator logo is visible on this side, giving prominence to the iconography and the scientific theme.

The visual also integrates technical elements (coil, Morse key) associated with the history of telegraphy, enhancing the card's interest for collectors of communication memorabilia and commemorative items. The main colours are brown, green, purple, and the golden chip.

The card is photographed on a bright yellow textile background, which enhances its colours and state of preservation. No pronounced signs of wear, deep scratches, or major defects are visible on the presented side.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Front in very good visual condition, with no visible scratches or major marks.

Did you know? Guglielmo Marconi (1874-1937) was the Italian inventor who enabled the first transatlantic radio transmission in 1901. He received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1909 for his contributions to wireless telegraphy, thus revolutionizing long-distance communications.

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