Lot #47: Japan 10 Yen Banknote, 1944, WWII Era, Pick 56a (TR)

Historic 1944 Bank of Japan 10 Yen banknote, Pick 56a, issued during the WWII era. The note features a portrait of Wake no Kiyomaro on the front with ornate Japanese designs and the denomination prominently displayed. The reverse features Goo Shrine. This 1944 issue is catalogued as Pick 56a and has the repeating NIHON/JU watermark. An original collector/dealer identification sticker remains attached, identifying the note as Japan, Pick #56a, 1944, 10 Yen, with an old handwritten purchase price of 5.50. Condition is well circulated and shows substantial age and handling, including multiple folds and creases, yellowing/toning, edge and corner wear, and a noticeable damaged/missing section along the right edge. Please examine all photographs carefully. Sold as found. A fascinating WWII-era Japanese banknote for collectors of Japanese currency, wartime memorabilia and world paper money. AT Pickup category timeslot {A}