1942 Oceania Banknote - Japanese Occupation - 1 Pound - p4a - Fine

1942 Japanese Invasion Money (JIM) - Oceania - 1 Pound

Own a piece of Pacific wartime history with this intriguing banknote, issued during the Japanese occupation of Oceania during World War II.

Key Features:

• Country: Japanese-occupied Oceania
• Date: ND (1942)
• Denomination: 1 Pound
• Pick Number: p4a
• Block Letters: OA
• Obverse Design: Features a beach scene with palm trees and a green and blue colour scheme.
  
• Condition: Fine (F)

About this Note

Japanese Occupation currency is relatively rare, adding to the collectibility of this piece. This banknote offers a glimpse into a turbulent period of WWII history. It was intended for use in British Oceania, which consisted of the Gilberts and Solomons, New Britain and Papua New Guinea.