Banknotes of Germany

This category includes banknotes issued by the various German states before unification and the adoption of the German Mark. It includes banknotes issued by kingdoms, duchies, free cities and other political entities that existed on German territory before 1871, as well as local emergency issues (Notgeld) from the period of the First World War and the interwar period.

Explore a diverse collection of banknotes reflecting the complex monetary history of pre-unified Germany. Discover rare and sought-after pieces, witnesses to the political and economic fragmentation of the time. Each banknote offers a unique insight into the history, culture and economy of the state that issued it.