German Mark, 5 note, 1939-1945.

The image showcases an old banknote featuring intricate design elements predominately in shades of beige and blue. In the center, there's an elaborate circular pattern with a depiction of a classical building that resembles ancient Greek or Roman architecture, likely a temple with columns and a triangular pediment. The surrounding design is composed of complex geometric patterns and fine lines, contributing to the detailed security features typical of currency.  The texture of the paper suggests age, with visible creases and slight discoloration, typical of vintage currency, and the number "5" subtly integrated into the design indicates its denomination.

The image showcases an old banknote featuring intricate design elements predominately in shades of beige and blue. In the center, there's an elaborate circular pattern with a depiction of a classical building that resembles ancient Greek or Roman architecture, likely a temple with columns and a triangular pediment. The surrounding design is composed of complex geometric patterns and fine lines, contributing to the detailed security features typical of currency. The texture of the paper suggests age, with visible creases and slight discoloration, typical of vintage currency, and the number "5" subtly integrated into the design indicates its denomination.

Name/Title

German Mark, 5 note, 1939-1945.

Entry/Object ID

AM9999.365.11258

Scope and Content

German Mark, 5 note, 1939-1945. Reichsmark L-19284063, 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

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency, Money, Paper money, Nazis

Search Terms

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

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Aug 30, 2011