Reply to Thread

Message:: [QUOTE="De Orc, post: 303240, member: 4408"]A very brief history of what you have there :thumb: France, Operation Tom Cat There were two issues for use in allied controlled areas of occupation. The first issue is known as, "supplemental" and has a french flag on the reverse. These notes were issued in denominations of, 2,5,10,50,100,500, and 1000 Francs. The second issue, known as the "Provisional" issue replaced the first issue in June 1945. These notes have, "France" Printed on the reverse and were issued in denominations of, 50,100, and 1000 Francs. The 2,5, and 10 Franc supplemental notes remained in circulation with the Provisionals until late 1946 and in the case of the 50 and 100 Franc notes til 1948. Japanese Invasion Money (JIM Notes)Philippines There are three series for the Philippines. A total of seven notes in the first series, four notes in the second, and two in the third series for a total of 13 notes of general issue. However, block variations, overprints, counterfeits, propaganda, advertising and other variations can make this group of notes very expansive. The first series was issued in 1, 5, 10, and 50 Centavo small size notes and 1, 5, 10, Peso in the larger size. All these notes have the, "P" block letter with variations in configuration and those of 50 Centavo through 10 Peso have the Plantation vignette. The second series was issued in 1, 5, 10, and 100 Peso only. All have the Rizal monument vignette. Some notes have serial numbers while others have a two digit block number only. The third series was the result of severe inflation. These notes were issued in 100, 500, and 1000 Peso denominations. The 100 Peso is considered rare and not considered a part of the series for most collectors. The 500 Peso note has the Rizal monument and the 1000 Peso is a small size note with, "PU" block letters and is usually ink soaked.[/QUOTE]

Create my FREE Account!

Log in or Sign up

Reply to Thread

Useful Searches