Beautiful, crisp french stock certificate from 1972. Representing 100 francs to bearer, all dividend coupons attached. Cancelled status (with "ANNULÉ" stamp).

Perfect for a french collector, champagne enthusiast or finance professional. 

G.H. Mumm & Cie is a prestigious champagne house with rich history dating back to the early 19th century.

Founded in Reims on March 1, 1827, the company quickly established itself as a leading producer of fine champagne. The Mumm family's involvement in the wine trade, however, dates even further back to 1761 when Peter Arnold Mumm, a banker, ventured into the wine business in Cologne.

The company's rise came under the leadership of Georges Hermann Mumm, grandson of Peter Arnold, who took control of the champagne house in 1852. It was under his guidance that the company adopted its current name, G.H. Mumm & Cie, solidifying its identity in the competitive world of champagne production.

Achievements and activities of G.H. Mumm & Cie include:

1. In November 1876, Georges Hermann Mumm registered the name "Cordon Rouge," which became synonymous with the company's premium champagne offering.
2. G.H. Mumm & Cie gained prestige by becoming an official supplier to various monarchies, cementing its status as a luxury brand.
   
3. From its roots in Reims, G.H. Mumm & Cie expanded its reach to become an internationally recognized champagne brand.
4. Initially a family-owned business, G.H. Mumm & Cie has adapted to changing market conditions. It was acquired by the Seagram alcohol group and is now part of the Pernod-Ricard group, specifically under its subsidiary Martell Mumm Perrier-Jouët.

This share certificate represents a piece of French industrial history, reflecting the growth and development of one of the world's most renowned champagne producers.