1/2 shilling 1942 — Palau ( Pick: 1 )
Region:
Australia & Oceania
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Palau, dated 1942, carries a denomination of 1/2 shilling. It is presented in blue and cream.
The note is cataloged under Pick number 1. Its denomination and year are documented in the catalog.
The note is cataloged under Pick number 1. Its denomination and year are documented in the catalog.
Specifications
- Colour
- Blue and cream
- Pick catalog
- 1
About this banknote
The issuing authority for this banknote is the Japanese Government. This series was issued in 1942 during World War II, when Japan occupied various Pacific regions and introduced their own currency to replace local money and establish economic control.
The front side of this 1/2 shilling note features a design with palm trees and a coastal scene, indicative of its issuance in tropical regions. The primary colors are blue and cream. This note is listed under Pick number 1 and was part of the emergency currency issued by Japan during their occupation.
