The Berliner Pfandbrief-Amt was a significant financial institution located in Berlin, active during the interwar period. This organization specialized in issuing mortgage-backed bonds known as "Pfandbriefe". These securities were highly valued for their safety and stability as they were backed by real estate assets.
The illustrated document, issued in 1924, represents a bond of 500 Goldmark, equivalent to 179.21 grams of fine gold. Issuances like this were typical of the era, offering an annual interest rate of 10%, payable in two semi-annual installments. Bonds like these were considered safe investments and were used to finance real estate and infrastructure development.
Historical Data of the Company
| Year | Revenue | Year of Establishment | Headquarters | Name at Delisting | Year of Stock Exchange Listing | Year of Stock Exchange Delisting | Year of Dissolution | Initial Capital | Final Capital |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND | ND | ND | Berlin | ND | ND | ND | ND | ND | ND |
Document Characteristics
| Issue | Series | Type of Bond | Interest Rate | Amount in Goldmark | Weight in Grams of Fine Gold | Issue Date | Administrator's Signature | Director's Signature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND | Buchst. J | Goldpfandbrief | 10% | 500 | 179.21 | January 1, 1924 | - | - |
Importance of Scripophily
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