1910 Germany 1000 Mark Imperial Banknote PCGS UNC 62 Pick 44b Red Serial & Seal High Grade

1910 Germany 1000 Mark Imperial Banknote PCGS UNC 62 Pick 44b Red Serial & Seal High Grade

This is a magnificent 1910 German Empire 1000 Mark Imperial Banknote, graded PCGS Uncirculated 62, and cataloged as Pick #44b. A true masterpiece of pre-WWI European banknote engraving, this high-denomination Reichsbanknote represents the apex of Imperial Germany’s paper currency — issued when the German Empire (Deutsches Kaiserreich) was at its zenith, just a few years before the upheaval of World War I.

Printed during a time of global industrial advancement and imperial confidence, the 1000 Mark was Germany’s highest circulating note, used for large financial and commercial transactions. This example is a Plate U note, with striking red seals and serial numbers (Nr 6049476N), adding visual vibrancy to its otherwise dignified brown-toned aesthetic.

Key Details:

• Country: Germany (German Empire)

• Year: 1910

• Denomination: 1000 Mark

• Pick Number: 44b

• Serial Number: Nr 6049476N

• Printer Plate: U

• Grade: PCGS Uncirculated 62

• Features: Red serial numbers & Reichsbank seal

Design & Features:

Obverse:

• Title: “Reichsbanknote” boldly at the top, followed by the denomination spelled out — "Eintausend Mark".

• An elaborate floral and guilloché background, designed to prevent counterfeiting.

• A large “1000” denomination sits within a floral white cartouche at the bottom center.

• Two vivid red Reichsbank eagle seals, one at lower left and another at lower right.

• Multiple ornate signature facsimiles from Reichsbank officials.

• Dated April 21, 1910, in Berlin.

Reverse:

• A highly artistic depiction of German imperial power and stability, with two allegorical female figures representing Justice and Commerce flanking the Imperial German coat of arms.

• The large crowned eagle and dense symbolism communicate the might of the Kaiserreich.

• Two large “1000” value markers at left and right, and red serial number repeats.

Historical Context:

Issued under the reign of Kaiser Wilhelm II, this note circulated in a world still bound by gold standards and imperial alliances. At the time, 1000 Marks held immense purchasing power — the equivalent of months of wages for many workers. This was an era of stability and optimism, soon to be upended by World War I and followed by the currency collapse of the Weimar Republic.

These notes were printed with the highest quality materials and precision engraving by the Reichsdruckerei, Germany's official printing office. The heavy use of guilloché lines, floral motifs, and allegorical figures reflect an old-world commitment to beauty, durability, and state authority.

Collector’s Value:

With a PCGS UNC 62 grade, this example is a premium survivor — exceptionally preserved, free of circulation wear, and boasting crisp detail and full color. Notes of this caliber from the Imperial German period are increasingly hard to find, especially in high grades. Whether you're a world currency enthusiast, a German Empire historian, or a collector of early 20th-century artistry, this 1910 1000 Mark note is an essential centerpiece.