1921 Germany - Notgeld - City of Genthin - Otto von Bismarck Commemorative Series

City of Genthin 1921 Notgeld Series Commemorating Otto von Bismarck

This series of Notgeld (emergency money) from the City of Genthin honors the life and legacy of Otto von Bismarck, the first chancellor of a unified Germany and honorary citizen of Genthin.

Obverse:

• "In memory of Otto von Bismarck, the honorary citizen of the city of Genthin."

Reverse:

• Features images of Bismarck at different stages of his life.
• Includes these famous Bismarck quotes:
  • 25 Pf: "If we want to learn to swim, we have to go into the water."
  • 50 Pf: "A thought that is correct cannot be lied to in the long run."
  • 1 Mk: "We are not in this world to be happy and enjoy, but to do our duty."
  • 2 Mk: "As God will: it's all just a question of time."
  • 5 Mk: "We have no other backing than that we stand back to back."

Condition:

• Crisp, uncirculated condition
• Vibrant color and detail
• Over 100 years old!