1921 – German City of Leobschütz 10 Pfennig

1921 – German City of Leobschütz 10 Pfennig
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This elegant 1921 German Notgeld was issued by the district city of Leobschütz, reflecting both civic pride and classical artistic influence during the Weimar Republic’s emergency currency period.

The obverse features a panoramic skyline of Leobschütz, with prominent church towers and historic buildings stretching across the horizon. At left, a sculptural eagle monument symbolizes strength and authority, while extensive German text highlights the city’s history, development, and civic institutions. Below, a framed quotation—“Was du ererbt von deinen Vätern hast, erwirb es, um es zu besitzen”—emphasizes cultural heritage and responsibility.

The reverse is richly ornamented, displaying two oval vignettes. One depicts a historic town building representing Leobschütz’s architectural heritage, while the other shows a classical female statue, symbolizing beauty, virtue, and tradition. Elaborate scrollwork surrounds the scenes, with the denomination 10 Pfennig clearly marked on both sides. The note identifies the issuer as Notgeld der Kreisstadt Leobschütz and notes validity through 31 December 1922.

With its refined color palette, classical motifs, and detailed city imagery, this Leobschütz Notgeld issue is especially appealing to collectors of Silesian currency, allegorical art, and scenic German emergency money.

Details

  • Date Issued: 1921

  • Denomination: 10 Pfennig

  • City / Town: Leobschütz, Silesia (now Głubczyce, Poland)

  • Theme: City skyline, classical allegory, civic history, German Notgeld