1910 Germany 100 Mark Reichsbanknote Berlin – Serial E.5949798 – Pre-WWI Imperial Issue - VF
Issued on April 21, 1910, this impressive German Empire 100 Mark Reichsbanknote represents the height of Imperial German banknote artistry prior to World War I. Printed in deep blue with ornate scrollwork and twin red Reichsbank seals, this large-format note boldly displays “Reichsbanknote” and “Ein Hundert Mark.”
The reverse features the iconic seated allegorical Germania holding a sword and shield bearing the imperial eagle, symbolizing strength and unity of the German Empire. Industrial and maritime imagery in the background reflects Germany’s early 20th-century economic power.
Key Details:
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Country: Germany (German Empire)
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Denomination: 100 Mark
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Date: 21 April 1910
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Issuer: Reichsbank (Berlin)
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Serial Number: E.5949798
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Color: Blue with red seals and serial numbers
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Large format pre-WWI design
This is a classic pre-hyperinflation Imperial German note, far scarcer and more desirable than the later 1920s inflation issues. A strong collector piece for German Empire, World War I era, or large-format European banknote collections.