Type B ten yen military currency, series 100

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a piece of military currency valued at ten sen, featuring intricate designs and patterns in shades of blue, black, and white. It prominently displays the words "MILITARY CURRENCY" at the top and "TEN SEN" at the bottom. The serial number "A 02607958 A" is visible, as well as the series designation "SERIES 100." The numeral "10" appears in several spots, along with large Japanese characters. The currency note is adorned with ornate borders, giving it a vintage and official appearance. Additional elements include a large, prominent letter "B" in the center.

The image depicts a piece of military currency valued at ten sen, featuring intricate designs and patterns in shades of blue, black, and white. It prominently displays the words "MILITARY CURRENCY" at the top and "TEN SEN" at the bottom. The serial number "A 02607958 A" is visible, as well as the series designation "SERIES 100." The numeral "10" appears in several spots, along with large Japanese characters. The currency note is adorned with ornate borders, giving it a vintage and official appearance. Additional elements include a large, prominent letter "B" in the center.

Name/Title

Type B ten yen military currency, series 100

Entry/Object ID

2020.2.184

Description

Type B ten yen military currency, series 100. Front: "MILITARY CURRENCY". Pink ink on light blue background with black edging. Serial number A02607958A. Large "B" printed in the center. "TEN SEN" written at bottom. Back: Red overlay over black ink. "ISSUED PURSUANT TO MILITARY PROCLAMATION". Image of various plants centered. 3.25"lx2.75"h

Collection

Marshall White

Made/Created

Date made

1945 - 1958

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency

Search Terms

World War II, Japan

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Dimensions

Height

2-3/4 in

Length

3-1/4 in

Material

Paper

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Dec 18, 2020

Provenance

Notes

Collected by: Marshall White