The fact that the stocks were decorated with the Trinacria symbol, representing the trinacrio, the ancient name for the island of Sicily, indicates a visual link with the region in which the company operated. Furthermore, the Art Nouveau-inspired friezes suggest an association with the artistic and decorative style popular during that period, known as 'Art Nouveau' or 'Liberty style'.
The exploitation of sulphur mines was an important activity in Sicily during this period, as the island was rich in reserves of this mineral. The sulphur industry played a significant role in the Sicilian economy and also attracted foreign investors, as in the case of this company with French capital.
The sulphur mines in the area of Aragona, in the province of Agrigento, were known for their production of this mineral. Sulphur was extracted from the mines and used in various industries, such as the production of fertilisers, the production of plastics and the manufacture of explosives. During the period in which the company operated, the exploitation of the sulphur mines was an important source of employment and contributed to the economic growth of the region.
The bearer shares issued by the company represented ownership of part of the company's capital and conferred certain rights and benefits on the holders, such as the right to a share of the profits and the right to participate in company decisions through shareholder meetings.
1909 - MINES D'ARAGONA - PARTE DI AZIONE PARIGI
The bearer shares of 100 French Francs issued in Paris in 1912 are an interesting example of financial securities with an artistic inspiration and a connection to the mining industry. The company, created with French capital and based in Paris, was dedicated to the exploitation of sulphur mines located in the area of Aragona, in the province of Agrigento, Sicily, Italy.
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- Place of issue
- Parigi
- Year of issue
- 1909
- Nation of issue
- Italia
- Printer name
- IMP. DES ARTS GRAPHIQUES
- Rarity Index
- R4
- Quotation Index
- S4
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