Peugeot 24h Le Mans 1992-1993 vintage phone card, auto smart card

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This smart card, visible in the photo, is a collector's item dedicated to the automotive world, more precisely to the Peugeot brand and the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans race. The illustrated side shows a clear photograph of a Peugeot race car displaying the colors and logos of the era, notably the "ESSO" marking on the bodywork. The gold inscription at the top reads: "PEUGEOT 1st in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in '92 and '93", highlighting the brand's victory in these iconic editions. In the bottom left, "Télécarte 120" specifies the format, with the electronic chip pictogram characteristic of French phone cards from the 90s.

The graphic design emphasizes the sporty aesthetic and prestige of Peugeot in motor racing. The card features dominant dark colors (navy blue, black) contrasting with the white of the vehicle and touches of red and yellow. The background suggests a nighttime circuit scene, adding a dynamic and authentic touch to the whole. The gold chip is clearly visible on the left, typical of phone cards from this period.

The surface of the card shows a glossy finish, with no particular visible texture, and the corners are rounded, as is usual for this type of medium. No major defects appear on the presented side, apart from slight signs of use consistent with a used item. No element of the reverse side is visible in the image, so the description concerns exclusively the illustrated side.

This type of phone card is prized for its connection to the history of French motor sports and the telecommunications technology of the 1990s. The object thus combines two sought-after worlds: that of vintage phone cards and that of memorabilia related to Peugeot and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The inscriptions and logos are clear and legible: "PEUGEOT", "1st in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in '92 and '93", "Télécarte 120", as well as the ESSO logo on the car and the chip symbol on the left. The card has no superfluous decoration, favoring the visual of the competition and essential information.

Condition

Used item sold as is, with slight signs of use visible on the photographed side. No chips, deep scratches, or major defects apparent in the photo.

Did you know? Smart phone cards were introduced in France in the 1980s and became a widespread communication and advertising medium in the 1990s. Today, they are sought after for their historical value and their iconography, representative of a bygone era of public telecommunications.

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