1920 – German City of Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis 20 Kronen

1920 – German City of Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis 20 Kronen
CA$7.00

1920 German Notgeld issue from Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis represents a classic example of post–World War I emergency currency issued by local municipalities during periods of coin and banknote shortages. Printed in a striking monochromatic violet tone, this 20 Kronen Gutschein is typographic in style, emphasizing official text, legal authorization, and municipal accountability rather than pictorial artwork.

The note was issued by the Gemeinde Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis, located in Upper Austria (Oberösterreich), and documents the community’s authorization to circulate emergency notes totaling 150,000 Kronen. The reverse side reinforces its legitimacy with clear legal language, the mayor’s signature, and a firm warning against counterfeiting. The clean geometric border, diamond-shaped denomination cartouche, and Gothic-era typography reflect the sober, administrative character of early Austrian Notgeld.

This piece is especially appealing to collectors of Austrian emergency money, text-based Notgeld, and historically significant municipal issues from the immediate post-war period. A well-preserved example that adds depth and documentary value to any World War I–era currency collection.

Details

  • Year: 1920

  • Denomination: 20 Kronen

  • City / Town: Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis

  • Region: Upper Austria (Oberösterreich)

  • Theme: Municipal Emergency Currency / Text-Only Notgeld

  • Issuer: Gemeinde Hofkirchen im Mühlkreis

  • Historical Context: Post–World War I currency shortages and local monetary authority

A solid and historically important Notgeld issue, ideal for collectors focusing on Austrian, Germanic, or early 20th-century emergency currency.