Japanese Occupational Currency, Philippines 10 Pesos, 1942.

The image depicts a historical banknote issued by the Japanese government, denoted in the denomination of ten pesos. The design features intricate patterns and decorative flourishes, with the numerical value "10" prominently displayed in the corners. The center of the note contains the text "THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT TEN PESOS," emphasizing its official status as currency. Additionally, the bill showcases an illustration of tropical foliage, possibly banana trees, suggesting a connection to regions with such flora. The presence of the initials "PD" in red ink can be observed near the bottom corners, possibly serving as a form of identification or authentication. A patterned border surrounds the entire note, adding to its aesthetic complexity and security features. The note is likely from a period of occupation or influence, reflecting the historical and economic context in which it was used.

The image depicts a historical banknote issued by the Japanese government, denoted in the denomination of ten pesos. The design features intricate patterns and decorative flourishes, with the numerical value "10" prominently displayed in the corners. The center of the note contains the text "THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT TEN PESOS," emphasizing its official status as currency. Additionally, the bill showcases an illustration of tropical foliage, possibly banana trees, suggesting a connection to regions with such flora. The presence of the initials "PD" in red ink can be observed near the bottom corners, possibly serving as a form of identification or authentication. A patterned border surrounds the entire note, adding to its aesthetic complexity and security features. The note is likely from a period of occupation or influence, reflecting the historical and economic context in which it was used.

Name/Title

Japanese Occupational Currency, Philippines 10 Pesos, 1942.

Entry/Object ID

431/5816

Scope and Content

Japanese Occupational Currency, Philippines 10 Pesos, 1942. Serial number PD. During World War II, the Japanese issued occupational currency when invading. Japan issued Pesos and Centavos in the Philippines. The United States military conducted a counterfeiting program to undermine the currency and to fund guerrila activities. The United States military also overprinted some currency with propaganda and dropped the currency as leaflets in Japanese held territory.

Collection

ETHNOGRAPHIC/JAPAN

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency, Paper money, Money

Search Terms

Japan, Philippine Islands, World War II, Japanese Money

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Sep 7, 2011