{"product_id":"germany-federal-republic-100-deutsche-mark-1993-p-41a-pmg-66","title":"1989 Germany 100 Deutsche Mark Banknote - Clara Schumann - PMG 66 Gem UNC EPQ","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Gold Standard of German Currency: Gem Uncirculated Clara Schumann\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAcquire a museum-quality specimen of the Federal Republic’s most iconic banknote. This \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003e100 Deutsche Mark\u003c\/b\u003e note honors the legendary pianist \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"139\"\u003eClara Schumann\u003c\/b\u003e. While the design circulated until the introduction of the Euro, finding an original 1989 first-issue year in this elite grade is a rare opportunity for the discerning numismatist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistoric \u0026amp; Design Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eObverse (Front):\u003c\/b\u003e A crisp, intaglio-printed portrait of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003eClara Schumann\u003c\/b\u003e (1819–1896). The background features historic buildings of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"129\"\u003eFrankfurt am Main\u003c\/b\u003e, where the artist spent her twilight years. The lyre symbol serves as a tribute to her status as a muse and master of the Romantic era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReverse (Back):\u003c\/b\u003e A detailed engraving of a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eGrand Piano\u003c\/b\u003e, signifying her career as a world-class virtuoso. It is set against the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003eHoch Conservatory\u003c\/b\u003e, the institution where she shaped the next generation of European musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 1989 Issue:\u003c\/b\u003e This note is from the inaugural year of the BBk III series, which introduced some of the world's most sophisticated anti-counterfeiting measures of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Paper Quality (EPQ):\u003c\/b\u003e The PMG EPQ designation guarantees that this note has not been chemically, physically, or mechanically altered. It retains its original \"bank-flick\" embossed texture and natural paper sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eItem Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Deutsche Bundesbank (Germany - Federal Republic).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 Deutsche Mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e 2nd January 1989.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePick Number:\u003c\/b\u003e P-41a.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/b\u003e AK 9283658 Y3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrading:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"9\"\u003ePMG 66 Gem Uncirculated EPQ\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector's Perspective:\u003c\/b\u003e A grade of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003e66 Gem Uncirculated\u003c\/b\u003e indicates that the note has above-average centering and original \"as-printed\" eye appeal. For collectors of European \"Legacy Currencies,\" the Clara Schumann 100 Mark is the most desirable denomination of the final DM series due to its artistic balance and the historical importance of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYou will receive what you see in the photos.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eShipping and Packaging Information:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProcessing Time:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders placed from Monday to Friday will be carefully packed and dispatched within 24 hours.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo ensure the safety of your purchase, we use board-backed envelopes and plastic sleeves to protect our products during transit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnited Kingdom Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEnjoy free shipping within the UK, regardless of the weight of your order.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor orders under 5 pounds, your shipment will be sent via second class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders between 5 pounds and 15 pounds will be shipped using first class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders exceeding 15 pounds will be shipped via first class mail with tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders over 100 pounds will benefit from special delivery with next-day delivery service.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eInternational Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor international orders, we use royal mail international.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"worldbanknote","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56925805642110,"sku":"EB-155453662933","price":166.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/1663\/5161\/files\/57_a4539040-456a-4e3a-990b-1105996d3a6c.jpg?v=1773126808","url":"https:\/\/worldbanknoteonline.com\/products\/germany-federal-republic-100-deutsche-mark-1993-p-41a-pmg-66","provider":"worldbanknote","version":"1.0","type":"link"}