German Mark, 1910

The image depicts an ornately designed banknote featuring a central emblem of an eagle, which is surrounded by intricate flourishes and floral patterns. On either side of the eagle, two allegorical female figures stand; the figure on the left holds a staff and gazes confidently forward, while the figure on the right holds a cornucopia overflowing with fruits and flowers, symbolizing abundance. Above them is a crowned crest flanked by foliage. The denomination “1000” is prominently displayed in the corners within decorative circular frames. The overall design is symmetrical and richly detailed, blending classical and heraldic elements in a cohesive composition. The banknote exudes a sense of authority and historical grandeur, underscored by the ornate border that encapsulates the entire design and the intricate detailing of the floral and scrollwork, creating a harmonious balance between the symbolic figures and the emblematic eagle at the center.

The image depicts an ornately designed banknote featuring a central emblem of an eagle, which is surrounded by intricate flourishes and floral patterns. On either side of the eagle, two allegorical female figures stand; the figure on the left holds a staff and gazes confidently forward, while the figure on the right holds a cornucopia overflowing with fruits and flowers, symbolizing abundance. Above them is a crowned crest flanked by foliage. The denomination “1000” is prominently displayed in the corners within decorative circular frames. The overall design is symmetrical and richly detailed, blending classical and heraldic elements in a cohesive composition. The banknote exudes a sense of authority and historical grandeur, underscored by the ornate border that encapsulates the entire design and the intricate detailing of the floral and scrollwork, creating a harmonious balance between the symbolic figures and the emblematic eagle at the center.

Name/Title

German Mark, 1910

Entry/Object ID

1964.10.95 B

Scope and Content

German Mark - 1000 - Tan Color, 1910

Collection

MONEY

Lexicon

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Currency

Search Terms

Currency, Germany money, Germany, Foreign Currency

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

Germany

Culture/Tribe

German

Condition

Overall Condition

Good