German Mark, 5 note, 1939-1945.

The image depicts the reverse side of a five-denomination banknote, featuring an intricate oval design in the center with detailed geometric patterns, surrounding a depiction of an architectural structure reminiscent of classical Greek or Roman columns. The background consists of a repetitive, lattice-like pattern, with the number "5" prominently displayed on both the left and right sides of the note. There is writing along the top edge in the form of numerical characters, as well as text along the vertical edges of the note, which likely indicates the issuing authority or country of origin. The overall color scheme includes shades of brown and beige, contributing to a vintage appearance.

The image depicts the reverse side of a five-denomination banknote, featuring an intricate oval design in the center with detailed geometric patterns, surrounding a depiction of an architectural structure reminiscent of classical Greek or Roman columns. The background consists of a repetitive, lattice-like pattern, with the number "5" prominently displayed on both the left and right sides of the note. There is writing along the top edge in the form of numerical characters, as well as text along the vertical edges of the note, which likely indicates the issuing authority or country of origin. The overall color scheme includes shades of brown and beige, contributing to a vintage appearance.

Name/Title

German Mark, 5 note, 1939-1945.

Entry/Object ID

AM9999.365.11253

Scope and Content

German Mark, 5 note, 1939-1945. Reichsmark L-6982552, 5 Mark. Front has a portrait of a farmer and a laborer, along with the Eagle and Nazi Swastika. Reverse has an image of the War Memorial Building in Berlin, Germany. Print on reverse warns that counterfeiting money is punishable by imprisonment.

Lexicon

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Currency, Money, Paper money, Nazis

Search Terms

Reichsmark, Nazi, Brunswick Cathedral, Germany, World War II, German Money

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Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Aug 30, 2011