This large Notgeld represents the 2nd denomination of a 2-piece series, issued by the City of Radolfzell. Also known as Radolfzell am Bodensee, is a popular a health resort town. It lays on the western shore of the Bodensee, known as the Untersee. Which forms the general theme of this Notgeld series. (To pay tribute this theme, this note will be reviewed reverse first.)
Reverse
The reverse features a colorful illustration of Radolfzell, facing toward the lakefront. To the lower left is the Unserer lieben Frau Cathedral, which was completed in 1488. While at the center-right is the Höri peninsula. Which later became famous for the Höri artists. Who fled prosecution from the National Socialist government. By crossing the Untersee into neighboring Switzerland.
The header reads "Radolfzell am Bodensee", on a banner above 2 wheat bundles. A pair of white Schmetterlinge (butterflies) can be seen on the right bundle. While the note's "3 Mark" value can be seen backed by the sun. As it were raising above the Swiss Alps below.
The note features a large footer, with a poem from Victor von Scheffei. It refers to the neighboring mountains as a metaphor for an old German Man. Below the poem is a credit to "Victor v. Scheffei", not to be mistaken for an illustration artist credit. As this is a common place to put one.
The note's 3 Mark value is repeated in boxes, along the poem.
Poem Translation
The land of the Alemanni with its mountains of snow.
With his blue eyes, the flare of the Bodensee.
With his yellow hair, the tired eyes.
A beautiful country is to behold as right as a German face.
Observe
The observe features an illustration of poet Victor von Scheffei (1826-1886). He is depicted on a shrine resembling a tomb stone. Which has been furnished with a small harp and a glass of wine. Scheffei first sought out the Bodensee for health, due to eye illness. Where he found inspiration amongst of lake and mountains. He retired to his Villa Seehalde, near Radiolfzell in 1872.
The header reads "Voucher from the City of Radolfzell". Its "3 Mark" value flanks the illustration of poet "Victor v. Scheffei", which he's listed as an "Honorary Citizen of Radolfzell". The footer below states the vouchers loses its validity "3 months after public notice".
Additionally the footer contains print date, serial number, and signature. The note was printed on the "15 December 1921". It's serial number is "24153" and was notarized by a member of the "(City) Council". Below the printer listed as "Stamle & Friedel" of Stuttgart.
Translation
Voucher from the City of Radolfzell
3 Mark, 3 Mark
Honorary Citizen of Radolfzell, Victor v. Scheffei
The (note's) validity expires 3 months after public notice.
Radolfzell, 15 December 1921
The (City) Council
(Signature)
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