Vintage 50-unit phone card, Belin crackers ad, advertising phone card

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Description

This French telephone card, also known as a Télécarte, features an advertising face dedicated to the Belin brand. On the visible side, the Belin logo can be seen in the upper left, along with two illustrated crackers with animated eyes, one appearing surprised, the other smiling. The design is completed by cracker shards in the background, reinforcing the playful and advertising aspect of the card.

The main text, in easily readable characters, states: "NOUVEAUX CRACKERS BELIN. LES MÊMES… EN MEILLEUR." (NEW BELIN CRACKERS. THE SAME… ONLY BETTER.) The card has a gold chip on the left, typical of French telecommunications in the 1990s-2000s, and the mention "Télécarte 50" on the right, specifying that it is a smart card with a capacity of 50 units.

The background of the card is white, highlighting the colorful graphic elements: blue, orange, and yellow dominate, in an advertising style typical of the late 20th century. The overall visual evokes the gourmet and quirky communication characteristic of Belin campaigns from that period.

The visible surface appears to be in good general condition, with no scratches or significant wear on the front. The inscriptions, logos, and illustrations are clear and well-preserved. No major defects are observable in the area shown.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Only the front is visible in the photo, showing a clean and neat appearance.

Did you know? Smart phone cards appeared in France in the 1980s and were widely used until the early 2000s, before the rise of mobile phones. Advertising cards, like this one, were often distributed in limited series and have become emblematic of French popular culture.

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