Money from the Lódz Ghetto

Ten Mark coin used in the Lódz ghetto. The ten Mark coins were made of aluminum whereas the five Mark coins were made of magnesium and could be used for starting fires.
Photo credit: Dr. Romuald Wroblewski, University of Uppsala, Sweden

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