1921 Germany Lübbecke Notgeld 25 Pfennig & 2 Mark “Westfalenlied” Series – Lot of 2
$38.00
Description
Offered is a lot of 2 original German Notgeld (emergency money) notes from the town of Lübbecke in Westphalia, dated July 1921. These notes belong to the attractive “Westfalenlied” series and feature bright colors, town arms and historic scenes.
You will receive the exact two notes shown in the photos:
1) 25 Pfennig – Gutschein der Stadt Lübbecke i/W. (Vers 1)
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Denomination: 25 Pfennig
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Front: Large red-and-gold city coat of arms with crossed keys, oak wreath border, “Gutschein der Stadt Lübbecke i/W.” and “Westfalenlied – Vers 1”.
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Dated Juli 1921, with serial number and signature of the Magistrat.
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Back: Colorful rural scene with half-timbered farmhouse and grain fields, framed by tall wheat stalks and verses from the “Westfalenlied” at top and bottom.
2) 2 Mark – Lübbecke Westfalenlied
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Denomination: 2 Mark
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Front: Text panels and coat of arms design in similar style to the 25 Pf.
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Back: Dramatic image of medieval battle / crusader scene, with banners and mounted warriors, surrounded by verses of the “Westfalenlied” and small shields with the denomination 2 in the corners.
Condition
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Both notes are housed in rigid plastic sleeves (included).
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Paper shows light age toning and minor edge/corner wear consistent with age.
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Colors remain vivid with very nice eye appeal; no major tears or heavy folds visible.
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Please review the photos carefully – they show the exact notes you will receive and serve as part of the description.
Details
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Country: Germany (Weimar Republic)
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Town: Lübbecke, Westphalia
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Year: 1921
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Denominations: 25 Pfennig & 2 Mark
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Type: Local emergency money (Notgeld, Serienscheine)
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Theme: Westfalenlied (Westphalia song), town coat of arms, farmhouse and battle scenes
A colorful and historically interesting pair, ideal for collectors of German Notgeld, Westphalia issues, or illustrated European paper money.
