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The 1920 German 100 Mark Reichsbanknote is a fascinating piece of history. Let's delve into its details:

Issuer: Germany (1871-1948)
Period: Weimar Republic (1918-1933)
Type: Standard banknote
Year: 1920
Value: 100 Mark
Composition: Paper
Size: 162 × 108 mm (rectangular)
Obverse:
Features the head of the "Bamberg Horseman" from the Bamberg Cathedral at the upper left, along with red Reichsbank directorate seals on the sides of the text.
Inscription: "Hundert Mark zahlt die Reichsbankhauptkasse in Berlin gegen diese Banknote dem Einlieferer Berlin, den 1. November 1920 Reichsbankdirektorium" (Translation: "Hundred marks are paid by the Reichsbank main branch in Berlin to the deliverer of this banknote. Berlin, November 1st, 1920. Reichsbank Directorate").
Reverse:
Displays the value "100" prominently within an oval, surrounded by floral design.
Also includes a warning: "Wer Banknoten nachmacht oder verfälscht oder nachgemachte oder verfälschte sich verschafft und in Verkehr bringt wird mit Zuchthaus nicht unter zwei Jahren bestraft" (Translation: "Anyone who copies or falsifies banknotes or obtains copies or falsifies them and places them on the market will be punished with a penitentiary stay not under two years").
Watermark: Left and right 1.
This historical banknote reflects the economic and political context of the time. Its intricate design and warnings serve as a testament to the challenges faced during the Weimar Republic era.

 Collectors and history enthusiasts alike appreciate the stories behind such banknotes, connecting us to the past through tangible artifacts.

Germany banknote, 100 mark 1920, Reichsbanknote

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