Description:

This collection features a collectible VISA Cash card issued in conjunction with the inaugural 1995 VISA Cash Asia Pacific Members Conference, held on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. The first two images display the actual stored value card. The front of the card prominently features an A$20 denomination in orange font, set against a background of coins, intricate lines, and security features characteristic of chip cards from that era. It is labeled “DISPOSABLE” to indicate its single-use functionality. The card bears the logo for VISA Cash, signifying its role in the emerging stored value card technology.

The reverse of the card references leading Australian financial institutions such as ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, National Australia Bank, Australian Credit Unions, and Westpac—highlighting the collaborative effort among major banking players in the Asia Pacific region. The visible chip exemplifies mid-1990s banking innovation in card-based payment systems and includes a notice that the cash value is non-refundable and non-creditable if lost or stolen. It also states that the card is only valid at VISA Cash locations on the Gold Coast, reflecting the limited geographical scope typical of early stored value systems. The provided customer service contact number underscores the emphasis on user support within this new technological landscape. The design cleverly incorporates logos of several Australian banks and corporations, further emphasizing its authenticity and collective backing.

The third image shifts focus to the packaging or folder associated with the Conference issue. It features a serene, picturesque view of the Gold Coast skyline reflected on calm waters during either sunrise or sunset. This setting grounds the stored value card in a tangible place, highlighting Australia’s role as a hub for financial innovation within Asia Pacific membership circles. The border of the promotional card is textured gold, with “CONFERENCE ISSUE” printed at the top, adding an element of exclusivity to this limited-edition release aimed at conference participants and collectors alike.

Finally, the fourth image displays the reverse of the gold-textured folder. It is serial numbered out of a limited run of 1,000 cards, enhancing its collectible value. The text details the significance of the Asia Pacific Members’ Conference, framing it as a forward-looking event focused on “The Virtual Relationship – Payments in the Digital Era.” It highlights the Gold Coast as an important tourist and business destination while explaining the role of stored value card technology in preparing financial professionals for future digital payment systems. Collectively, these images document a pivotal moment in Australian and Asia Pacific banking history, capturing the intersection of traditional financial institutions and emerging digital innovations through this limited-edition set of collectible stored value smart cards.

Since we have the world's largest inventory of USA phonecards for collectors, you will not necessarily receive the identical serial/batch/PIN number that we have scanned/pictured.