The rarest denomination of Lodz ghetto banknotes to be purchased in issue condition.
A variety marked with a type 1 numeral.
A magnificent, even phenomenal banknote bearing a PMG certificate with an unprecedented PMG 66 EPQ grade!
Natural Piece. Print colors are intensely saturated.
The most desirable and sought-after banknote of the Lodz Ghetto, a rare item in issue condition. Piece graded probably the highest known bill in the PMG registry, which is fully reflected by the actual state of preservation of the banknote. A perfect piece, centrally printed, the corners and edges are naturally sharp and smooth. A beautiful banknote whose bidding, due to its combination of rarity and perfect condition, promises to be extremely exciting.
In German-occupied countries during World War II, the Germans established ghettos intended for the Jewish population. These were segregated and fenced-off parts of cities where the Jewish population was forcibly relocated. Among the Jewish quarters created on Polish soil, the Lodz Ghetto deserves special attention. It was one of the few such places that had its own currency. Money for the Lodz ghetto was used only for internal circulation. Possession of other currency was punishable by death. It was a way of obtaining German currency and foreign currency from ghetto residents. The money was issued by the Ghetto Bank. These were banknotes with poor graphic design limited to a simple ornamental drawing. Its purpose for ghetto residents is evidenced by the two Stars of David placed on the obverse and the menorah incorporated on the reverse.
