Hey all, I just got a yellow seal silver cert in a coin collection that I just purchased. It's the first time I've ever seen one, and I'm curious to know a little bit more about it. I did some cursory research, but I've seen some conflicting info. Can someone please explain the significance of the yellow seal? How is it different than the blue seal? Is it worth more? What about in the condition I have it in? Thanks! p.s. You can see the rest of the stuff I purchased in this video!
Issued for use in North Africa during WW2 by US Armed Forces. The yellow seals made it easier to devalue the currency if it ever fell into Axis hands in bulk. It never did. Same thing with the Hawaii stamped notes.
Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I believed these were used in North Africa during WWII. The yellow seal enabled the government to demonetize the notes if the Germans gained complete control of the region. Chris
I'm in the same situation -- got one as part of a lot I purchased, didn't know anything about them. I checked eBay, and it looks like they start around $15; ones in the condition of yours, with folds but without substantial tears, can go up to $30 or more. I assume there are other factors that can alter the note's value, but I'm not a paper collector.
