{"product_id":"telecarte-50-unites-concert-decouverte-alain-marion-gerard-causse-vintage-carte-1","title":"50-unit Phone Card Concert Découverte Alain Marion Gérard Caussé vintage card","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 musical-themed illustration on its front. The visual design highlights a musical score in the background, with printed notes and excerpts of text in German, giving the whole a refined and cultural appearance. At the top, the title \"concert Découverte\" (Discovery Concert) is printed in purple letters, followed by the subtitle \"des chanteurs, des instrumentistes, un répertoire rare\" (singers, instrumentalists, a rare repertoire) in red. The names of Alain Marion and Gérard Caussé, two renowned musicians, appear in the center of the card in black characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is equipped with a golden electronic chip, characteristic of French chip télécartes, positioned in the lower part. On the right side, a white vertical stripe bears the mention \"Télécarte 50\", indicating a capacity of 50 units. The corners of the card are rounded, typical of the format of telephone cards distributed in France from the 1980s and 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe background of the photograph showcases the card on a gold-colored satin fabric, which accentuates contrasts and gives the object an elegant presentation. No other elements are visible in the image, and only the front of the télécarte is exposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll texts and patterns are clear and legible. The card shows no scratches, chips, or apparent defects on the visible side. The overall appearance suggests good preservation for an object of this category, with no noticeable visual alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of object is sought after under various terms: vintage telephone card, collector télécarte, chip card, and appeals to anyone interested in the history of telecommunications or graphic design of the 90s. The specific visual and textual elements of this model make it a valuable record of cultural events of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond-hand item sold as-is, only the front is visible in the photo. No major defects are noted on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The chip Télécarte was introduced in France from 1983 by France Télécom and gradually replaced tokens and magnetic cards in public phone booths. Themed cards, like this one evoking concerts or cultural events, were often issued in limited series and became iconic objects of the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping from France. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old telephone card, chip télécarte, France Télécom collector, vintage chip card, concert Découverte, Alain Marion, Gérard Caussé, music card, 90s card, phonecard France, French chip card, limited edition card, vintage prepaid card\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54268225290567,"sku":"a38a4a5a-fd80-4f7a-8040-05ef412ab11c","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_6ece83c6-94fd-4d15-a9bf-f7c5b331038c.jpg?v=1782935122","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/telecarte-50-unites-concert-decouverte-alain-marion-gerard-causse-vintage-carte-1","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}