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GERMANY: INFLATION, 1923. Exchanging aluminum 500 mark coins for many times their
GERMANY: INFLATION, 1923.
Exchanging aluminum 500 mark coins for many times their face value in paper marks, September 1923, during the post-World War I inflation in Germany
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Media ID 13138491
1920 1920s 1923 Banknote Customer Exchange Germany Inflation Mark Metal Paper Piece Scale Sell September Weigh Weimar Republic Aluminum Postwar
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of GERMANY: INFLATION, 1923, from the Media Storehouse collection at Granger Art on Demand. Witness the historical significance of the post-World War I era in Germany as aluminum 500 mark coins are exchanged for an overwhelming amount of paper marks. This evocative image is beautifully transferred onto a high-quality metal print, adding a unique and contemporary twist to your decor while showcasing a pivotal moment in world history.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a significant moment in German history - the devastating inflation that plagued the country in 1923. The image showcases a customer exchanging aluminum 500 mark coins for paper marks, which were worth many times their face value due to hyperinflation. Taken in September 1923, during the tumultuous post-World War I era known as the Weimar Republic, this snapshot provides a glimpse into the chaos and desperation faced by ordinary Germans. In an attempt to keep up with skyrocketing prices, individuals resorted to selling their metal currency for rapidly depreciating paper money. The composition of the photo is striking; it features a man standing at a counter with scales on one side and stacks of banknotes on the other. With an expression of concern etched across his face, he carefully weighs each piece of aluminum before accepting its equivalent value in paper marks. The image not only highlights the economic turmoil but also serves as a reminder of resilience and adaptability amidst adversity. It symbolizes how people had to navigate through unprecedented circumstances just to survive daily life. As we reflect upon this historical moment frozen in time, let us remember the lessons learned from Germany's inflation crisis - reminding us of both our vulnerability as well as our capacity for endurance when faced with unforeseen challenges.
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