2 mark 1967
About This Note
This is a PMG 67 EPQ graded 2 Deutsche Mark note from 1967, issued by the Deutsche Bundesbank during the Federal Republic of Germany period. The note displays exceptional preservation with sharp, clear printing throughout, vibrant purple/mauve coloring, and no signs of circulation wear, folds, or creases. The intricate geometric patterns and fine line work are perfectly preserved, making this an outstanding example of West German currency from the post-war economic period.
Common. The 2 Deutsche Mark note from 1967 is a standard-issue banknote from the Deutsche Bundesbank with a substantial print run. While the PMG 67 EPQ grade represents exceptional condition, the underlying note itself is not scarce. These notes circulated widely throughout West Germany and remain available in significant quantities on the numismatic market. The Bundesbank issued multiple series of 2 Mark notes over several decades, and 1967 examples are readily obtainable by collectors.
The 2 Deutsche Mark banknote was part of the Deutsche Bundesbank's currency series issued during the Federal Republic of Germany era (1949-1990). This 1967 note reflects the post-war economic stability and modernization of West Germany during the height of the Wirtschaftswunder (economic miracle). The note's design emphasizes geometric patterns and security features rather than portraiture, representing a deliberate aesthetic choice by the Bundesbank to create a distinctly modern German currency distinct from pre-war designs.
The 2 Deutsche Mark note features a predominantly purple and mauve color scheme with tan/brown and cream accents. Both sides are characterized by extensive geometric ornamentation including decorative spirals in the corners, diamond and lattice patterns, and intricate fine line work throughout. The front displays a large oval denomination area in the center with 'ZWEI' and 'DEUTSCHE MARK' text, flanked by decorative corner spirals. The reverse prominently displays the numeral '2' on the left side with similar geometric patterning. The design eschews traditional portraiture in favor of abstract security-oriented ornamentation, reflecting modernist design principles of the era. No specific historical figures or landmarks are depicted; instead, the design relies entirely on geometric security printing.
Front side: 'BUNDESSKASSENSCHEIN' (Federal Treasury Note), 'ZWEI DEUTSCHE MARK' (Two German Marks), 'BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND' (Federal Republic of Germany), serial number '1·00500219'. Back side: 'ZWEI DEUTSCHE MARK' (Two German Marks), 'DEUTSCHE MARK' (German Mark), 'Geldfälschung wird mit Zuchthaus bestraft' (Counterfeiting is punished with imprisonment), PMG certification details including grade 'Sixty Seven' and certification code '2967E1913818090G'.
This note was produced using intaglio (copperplate) printing, evidenced by the fine line work, intricate geometric patterns, and precise detail visible throughout both sides. The Bundesbank's security printers employed sophisticated intaglio techniques to create the elaborate lattice patterns, decorative spirals, and fine-line geometric designs that serve as both aesthetic and security features. The sharp, clear impression and uniform color saturation visible in the PMG 67 EPQ specimen indicate professional production at the highest standards.
The observed serial number is '1·00500219'. This specimen shows no visible overprints, special markings, or unusual features that would indicate a notable variety. Standard Bundesbank 2 Deutsche Mark notes of this period exist in various serial number ranges and plate varieties, but without additional comparative data or documented variety catalogs specific to this denomination and year, this appears to be a standard production specimen from the regular issue.
