German Mark, 10 note, 1929.

The image features an old German banknote called a Reichsbanknote with a denomination of 10, identifiable by the large numeric inscriptions at the corners. The note has intricate engravings with a central circular design depicting a classical profile of a person surrounded by formal patterns. On both sides of the circle, there are figures resembling cherubs or small children holding objects, adding to the ornate and historic aesthetic of the currency. The word "Reichsbanknote" is prominently displayed in Gothic script at the bottom, emphasizing its historical context. Serial numbers are visible on the left and right edges in red, and a handwritten number "365/11230" is seen at the top right corner, possibly indicating a collector's mark or a cataloging identifier. Overall, this banknote demonstrates detailed craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century European currency design, reflecting an era when paper money was often embellished with artistic and elaborate elements to convey authenticity and security.

The image features an old German banknote called a Reichsbanknote with a denomination of 10, identifiable by the large numeric inscriptions at the corners. The note has intricate engravings with a central circular design depicting a classical profile of a person surrounded by formal patterns. On both sides of the circle, there are figures resembling cherubs or small children holding objects, adding to the ornate and historic aesthetic of the currency. The word "Reichsbanknote" is prominently displayed in Gothic script at the bottom, emphasizing its historical context. Serial numbers are visible on the left and right edges in red, and a handwritten number "365/11230" is seen at the top right corner, possibly indicating a collector's mark or a cataloging identifier. Overall, this banknote demonstrates detailed craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century European currency design, reflecting an era when paper money was often embellished with artistic and elaborate elements to convey authenticity and security.

Name/Title

German Mark, 10 note, 1929.

Entry/Object ID

AM9999.365.11230

Scope and Content

German Mark, 10 note, 1929. Reichsbanknote C-23135394, 10 Mark. Portrait on front of Albrecht Daniel Thaer Issued on the authority of the Act of 30 August 1924. Control stamp on the front.

Lexicon

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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

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Thaer, Albrecht Daniel