100 Millionen Mark - Ruhr und Rhein 1923 front 100 Millionen Mark - Ruhr und Rhein 1923 back
100 Millionen Mark - Ruhr und Rhein 1923 photo
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100 Millionen Mark - Ruhr und Rhein

1923 year
Silver plated brass 12.9 g 33.0 mm
Description
Issuer
German notgeld (Germany)
Period
Weimar Republic (1918-1933)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1923
Value
100 000 000 Mark (100 000 000)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Silver plated brass
Weight
12.9 g
Diameter
33.0 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#132341
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Prometheus being attacked by a vulture

Edge

Smooth with lettering

Lettering: N O T G E L D ✩

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100 Millionen Mark - Ruhr und Rhein 1923 coin from German notgeld (Germany) is that it was issued during a time of extreme inflation in Germany, known as the "Hyperinflation" of 1923. The coin was minted with a face value of 100 million marks, but due to the rapid inflation, its purchasing power was severely diminished, and it was effectively worthless by the end of the year. Despite this, the coin remains a unique and interesting collector's item, showcasing the economic turmoil of the time.