10 rupees 1942 — Japan ( Pick: 16 )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Japan, dated 1942, carries a denomination of 10 rupees. It features a brown and cream color scheme.
It is cataloged under Pick number 16. The combination of denomination and year identifies it within the documented banknotes of this period.
It is cataloged under Pick number 16. The combination of denomination and year identifies it within the documented banknotes of this period.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown and cream
- Pick catalog
- 16
About this banknote
The Japanese Government issued this 10 rupees banknote in 1942 during their occupation of Burma. This series was introduced as part of Japan's efforts to establish control over the currency and manage the economy in occupied regions during World War II.
The front of the banknote features a central motif of a palm tree and a depiction of a Buddhist temple, with "The Japanese Government" inscribed in the center. The note is predominantly brown and cream, with the denomination "TEN RUPEES" prominently displayed. This particular banknote is cataloged as Pick number 16.