1921 - Germany - Community of Mülser St. Jakob - 50 Pfennig

1921 - Germany - Community of Mülser St. Jakob - 50 Pfennig
CA$6.50

Identification

  • Denomination: 50 Pfennig

  • Issuer: Gemeinde Mülser St. Jakob (municipal authority)

  • Date: 2 September 1921

  • Validity: Gültig bis 30. Sept. 1921 (valid until 30 September 1921)

  • Type: Municipal Notgeld

  • Serial number: No. 591856

  • Signed: By the municipal official (Der Gemeindevorstand)

Design & symbolism

This is a striking heraldic-style Notgeld with strong folk-art character.

Central imagery

  • Two stylized animals (lion/dog-like heraldic beasts) facing each other

  • They support or flank a central bell / shield form

  • The composition resembles a coat-of-arms, symbolizing:

    • Community

    • Balance

    • Municipal authority

Typography & layout

  • Bold Gothic lettering at the top: “Notgeld der Gemeinde Mülser St. Jakob”

  • Vertical value panel on the right: “50 Pfg”

  • Limited but elegant color palette: green, grey, black, and cream paper

  • Decorative dotted border, common in high-quality municipal issues