{"product_id":"austria-20-heller-1920-enns-notgeld-banknote","title":"Austria 20 Heller 1920 Enns Notgeld Banknote","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eStep back into the turbulent years following the First World War with this authentic 1920 Austrian 20 Heller Notgeld issued by the historic city of Enns in Upper Austria. More than just a banknote, this small emergency currency note tells the story of communities adapting to economic uncertainty during one of Europe's most transformative periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eIssued for only a short time and redeemable until December 31, 1920, this charming local note features the municipal coat of arms of Enns and an elegant depiction of the city's famous clock tower. Today, it stands as a fascinating relic of Austria's post-war recovery and a highly collectible piece of regional monetary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of Austrian banknotes, Notgeld issues, emergency currencies, local history, and early 20th-century European numismatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eFollowing the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918, Austria faced severe economic disruption, inflation, and shortages of circulating coinage. To address the lack of small change, municipalities across Austria were authorized to issue temporary emergency money known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eNotgeld\u003c\/strong\u003e (\"necessity money\" or \"emergency currency\"). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eThe city of Enns, one of Austria's oldest cities, issued this 20 Heller note in 1920 as part of its local emergency currency program. These notes circulated within the region and carried an expiration date, after which they could no longer be redeemed. The note specifically states that it was redeemable until \u003cstrong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e31 December 1920\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting its temporary role during a period of economic instability. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eToday, Austrian Notgeld notes are prized by collectors for their local artwork, historical significance, and connection to the difficult economic conditions of post-World War I Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eCountry: Austria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eRegion: Upper Austria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eIssuing Authority: City of Enns (Stadtgemeinde Enns)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003eYear: 1920\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003eType: Local Banknote (Notgeld \/ Emergency Currency)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003eCurrency: Austrian Krone (1918–1921)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003eMaterial: Paper\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003eCatalog Reference: Jaksch\/Pick JPR0174Ia-20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eNumista Reference: N#209465\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003eDemonetized: 31 December 1920\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eAuthentic original Austrian emergency banknote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003eObverse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003eMunicipal coat of arms of Enns prominently displayed in the center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003eLarge blue \"20\" denomination numerals on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eDecorative ornamental border design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003eOfficial redemption notice stating validity through December 31, 1920\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003eAnti-counterfeiting warning printed along the lower margin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eReverse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2974\"\u003eBeautiful illustration of the famous \u003cstrong data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eEnns City Tower (Stadtturm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the city's best-known landmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"3035\"\u003eGothic-style lettering and traditional Austrian typography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003eMunicipal guarantee text issued by the City of Enns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003eMayor's facsimile signature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003eElegant blue and brown printing characteristic of Austrian Notgeld issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003eVery Fine (VF) Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003eThis banknote remains in attractive Very Fine condition with clear details, strong printed design elements, and complete borders. Signs of circulation may include light folds, minor handling wear, and age-related toning consistent with a note over 100 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3663\"\u003eThe historic artwork, text, and municipal details remain well preserved, making this an appealing collector-grade example of Austrian emergency currency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3665\" data-end=\"3743\"\u003ePlease examine the photographs carefully to assess the note's exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3782\"\u003eWhy Collect Austrian Notgeld?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"4070\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3831\"\u003eAuthentic post-World War I emergency currency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3876\"\u003eIssued by a historic Austrian municipality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3926\"\u003eFeatures local architecture and civic symbolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3927\" data-end=\"3947\"\u003eOver 100 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"4015\"\u003eExcellent addition to Austrian, European, and Notgeld collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4070\"\u003eUnique gift for history enthusiasts and numismatists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4072\" data-end=\"4278\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA charming and historic piece of Austrian monetary history, this 1920 Enns 20 Heller Notgeld captures a fascinating moment when local communities created their own currency to keep everyday commerce moving.\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1834\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1834\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll sales, returns, and guarantees for this item are governed strictly by our Terms of Service. 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