1922 Germany 5000 Mark, XF

The 1922 Germany 5000 Mark banknote represents a time of significant inflation in post-World War I Germany. The obverse side features an intricate design with green and brown colors, highlighting a portrait of the merchant Jakob Fugger von der Lilie, commonly referred to as Imhof, designed by Albrecht Dürer. The serial number and series lettering appear vertically in the left margin, complemented by the prominent Reichsadler (Imperial Eagle) crest at both the top and bottom. This iconic note showcases the early Weimar Republic's struggle with hyperinflation, with its value being diminished by rapid monetary changes.

On the reverse, the denomination is clearly printed, surrounded by geometric patterns and ornamentation. The Reichsadler crest is again featured in the right margin at the top and bottom. An anti-counterfeit warning, placed at the bottom center, reflects efforts to protect against forgery during this unstable economic period. The watermark, consisting of the letters ``G`` and ``D`` within six-pointed stars, adds another layer of security to this historic banknote.

In Extra Fine (XF) condition, this banknote displays minimal wear and retains sharp design details, making it a prized piece for collectors of German numismatic history.