German Mark, 1 note, 1937.

The image depicts an old German banknote with intricate designs and patterns, primarily featuring the denomination of "1 Rentenmark." The center of the note is dominated by an ornate depiction of a sheaf of wheat, symbolizing agriculture or prosperity, encased within a circular design. The surrounding area displays elaborate geometric and guilloche patterns, enhancing the note's aesthetic and authenticity. Along the top and bottom edges, the text "Deutsche Rentenbank" and "Eine Rentenmark" is inscribed in a gothic font, indicating the issuing authority and the currency's value. Additional text runs vertically, likely providing legal or informational context. The top right corner bears handwritten numbers, possibly a serial or identification marker, adding to the note's uniqueness. The overall color scheme is composed of muted browns and beiges, typical of banknotes from this historical period, and the craftsmanship reflects a blend of artistry and security measures characteristic of early 20th-century currency design.

The image depicts an old German banknote with intricate designs and patterns, primarily featuring the denomination of "1 Rentenmark." The center of the note is dominated by an ornate depiction of a sheaf of wheat, symbolizing agriculture or prosperity, encased within a circular design. The surrounding area displays elaborate geometric and guilloche patterns, enhancing the note's aesthetic and authenticity. Along the top and bottom edges, the text "Deutsche Rentenbank" and "Eine Rentenmark" is inscribed in a gothic font, indicating the issuing authority and the currency's value. Additional text runs vertically, likely providing legal or informational context. The top right corner bears handwritten numbers, possibly a serial or identification marker, adding to the note's uniqueness. The overall color scheme is composed of muted browns and beiges, typical of banknotes from this historical period, and the craftsmanship reflects a blend of artistry and security measures characteristic of early 20th-century currency design.

Name/Title

German Mark, 1 note, 1937.

Entry/Object ID

AM9999.365.11317

Scope and Content

German Mark, 1 note, 1937. Rentenmark D-44365692, 1 Mark. Issued on the authority of the Act of 15 October 1923. Control stamp on the front. Print on reverse warns that counterfeiting money is punishable by imprisonment of not less than two years.

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency, Money, Paper money

Search Terms

Reichsmark, Germany, German Money

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Aug 30, 2011