Token - Public Telephones - 1937, P.T.T - TheRedshop

The historic token of the P.T.T in 1937, made of brass 23 mm in diameter, allowed the use of public telephones in France. It bears the inscription "PTT" surrounded by olive branches symbolizing peace, as well as the date "1937". The other side features two stylized phones, with "PUBLIC PHONES" at the top and "ONE TOKEN" at the bottom.

Characteristics:

Material: Brass
Diameter: approx. 23 mm
Year: 1937
Transmitter: P.T.T (Posts, Telegraphs and Telephones)

Historically, these tokens preceded coins in French phone booths. They were used as early as the 1920s, but issued by the P.T.T in 1937. With the advent of phone cards in the 1980s, tokens gradually disappeared.

Today, they arouse the interest of collectors because of their historical value. Please note that the state of conservation varies, some show signs of wear or rust due to their age.