1910 Germany 1000 Mark Banknote • P#44b • 7-Digit Serial • Wilhelm II Era

Main Description

This is a genuine 1000 Mark Reichsbanknote issued by the Reichsbank of the German Empire, dated April 21, 1910, under Kaiser Wilhelm II. This is the Pick# 44b variety, distinguished by its 7-digit serial number in red ink (Nr. 9948705L), which makes up about 90% of surviving notes from this type and date.

The note features highly detailed allegorical figures and the Imperial German eagle on the reverse, flanked by ornate panels with “1000” denomination repeats throughout. This large-format pre-WWI issue was legal tender until 1925 and reflects the high artistry of early 20th-century German banknote engraving.

• Pick#: P# 44b
• Country/Period: Germany — German Empire (1871–1918)
• Issuing Bank: Reichsbank
• Ruler: Kaiser Wilhelm II
• Denomination: 1000 Mark
• Date: April 21, 1910
• Composition: Paper
• Size: 187 × 110 mm
• Shape: Rectangular
• Obverse: Large “Ein Tausend Mark” script, red Reichsbank seals, 7-digit serial in red
• Reverse: Imperial German eagle flanked by allegorical female figures and decorative scrollwork
• Watermark: “1000” in text and numeric (faint in circulated notes)
• Printer: Reichsdruckerei (Imperial German Printing Office)
• Demonetized: June 5, 1925

Condition:

Moderately circulated. Visible folds, light edge creases, and handling wear. Some softness and discoloration consistent with age. Serial number Nr. 9948705L fully legible. No tears or major damage.

Ships in archival sleeve and rigid mailer. 30-day returns.

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Why Buy

• Original 1910 issue from Imperial Germany under Kaiser Wilhelm II

• Verified catalog: Pick# 44b (7-digit red serial number)

• High-quality engraving and allegorical artwork

• Legal tender until 1925 — pre-Weimar era currency

• Excellent collectible or educational display

• Large-format Reichsbanknote with ornate design

Sources & Citations

Sources:
• Numista — 1000 Mark Reichsbanknote (P#44b): https://en.numista.com/catalogue/note203311.html
• Standard Catalog of World Paper Money (SCPM) — Pick# 44b
• Banknote Book — Germany: 1000 Mark issues 1884–1910
• German Bundesbank historical archives