{"product_id":"telecarte-vintage-50-unites-orleans-football-uso-rare-visuel-ballon-but","title":"Vintage Télécarte 50 units Orléans football USO rare, with a goal\/ball visual","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 listing is for an old French chip telecard, in the classic rectangular format, dedicated to football and the city of Orléans. The visible side features a colorful graphic in shades of green, yellow, and blue, depicting a football in a goal net, against a stadium pitch background. The inscription \"ORLEANS VA GAGNER AVEC L’USO FOOT\" is clearly legible on the upper part of the card, highlighting support for the local team Union Sportive Orléans (USO).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the bottom left, the mention \"TELECARTE 50\" indicates that it is a prepaid telephone card of 50 units, typical of the 1990s in France. The top left corner displays the pictogram of the electronic chip, characteristic of telecards from this period. The name \"M. Trubert\" appears in the bottom right, likely the designer or illustrator of this edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface of the card shows a slightly shiny appearance, probably due to a plastic protection or a lacquered finish. The card is photographed on a decorative golden box, but only the front side of the telecard is visible. No details are observable on the back or the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of item is sought after by enthusiasts of football memorabilia, local club merchandise, or old French telecards. The graphic design, the Orléans-specific inscription, and the football theme make it an interesting item for referencing on specialized platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible side shows some superficial marks and traces, as well as light wear consistent with its age. No chips or cracks visible on the photographed part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Chip telecards appeared in France starting in 1983 and gained great popularity in the 1990s, becoming true advertising objects and communication supports for numerous sporting and cultural events. Some local editions, such as the one dedicated to USO Football of Orléans, have become iconic for telecommunications and football collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional seller, careful packaging, and fast shipping. Reliable service for all your vintage purchases and collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique telecard, football chip card, US Orléans, football advertising item, vintage phone card, 50 unit telecard, France football memorabilia, rare Orléans card, soccer phonecard, retro football card, collection phone card, illustrated ball telecard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54233309675847,"sku":"0acb4640-9803-4452-b189-a35f4b47a1d0","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_fb4495ca-1ec3-4980-b0cb-c466fc183ac3.jpg?v=1782444576","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/telecarte-vintage-50-unites-orleans-football-uso-rare-visuel-ballon-but","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}