24 March '24: Greetings to all coin, token, and paper money collectors, where-ever you might be. (Attention: This note is NOT FOR SALE). This is Heron's first Aushilfsschein note. A very interesting note:
Aushilfsschein in English = temporary aid coupon.
Neumunster = New Monastery.
The municipality of Neumunster is located in Schleswig-Holstein Province where the rivers Schwale and Stor merge.
Type: Special emergency assistance money coupon.
Note size: 143mm X 124mm.
Attention: This colorful note IS NOT FOR SALE.
Grade is Very Fine plus (VF+)
Ref: N#347402.
Ref: Geiger 374.02.a.
Serial Number: 00044. (This is probably the lowest serial number note
in Heron's small collection).
Printer: H.W.Kobner Co. Altona, Germany.
Numista Rarity Index = 94.
Colors: Black Gothic font on light reddish orange underprint plus some decorative light blue underprint.
Attention: This note IS NOT FOR SALE.
Very nice photo at Numista Site.
This note canceled with perforated word BEZALHT . This = 'paid'.
1127: First mention of town with name of Wippendorp.
1136: New Monastery built. Name of town changed to Neumunster.
Note: Neumunster is located approximately 425 miles directly
North of Stadt Landau in der Pfalz.
Attention: this neat note IS NOT FOR SALE.
**This interesting note was included in the small collection acquired by el Heron in 2nd half 2023. Heron did not notice the Aushilfsschein word
until recently. Because this information is in white on light blue underprint and difficult to see. Same situation with the Serial Number 00044. The SN is printed in color light red on reddish orange underprint.
Part of the fun of collecting these not very valuable items is the surprise factor. Finding info after acquisition! Yes, collecting interesting wartime paper money is almost as much fun as collecting coins and tokens! This is a great hobby for a lifetime!**
Atencion: This nice note IS NOT FOR SALE. period.
