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The Hawaii Federal Reserve notes are a great opportunity for collectors to obtain a unique piece of American history. Issued in the wake of Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, they were designed to be devalued in the event of an enemy takeover of Hawaii. Because such fears did not transpire, the notes never lost their monetary value. Right now, 1934a $10 Federal Reserve Hawaii Notes in Very Fine condition are available to purchase online from JM Bullion.
Note Highlights:
All of these 1934a Federal Reserve Hawaii Notes will arrive in Very Fine condition. This designation refers to the fact that they show some signs of circulation, such as light soiling and fold marks. Included with each note is a plastic currency sleeve. Bearing the signatures of Treasurer William Alexander Julian and Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenthau, these notes are recognized as legal tender by the United States government.
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 had numerous ramifications. While the most obvious one was the United States’ entrance into WWII, it also had some surprising effects on the country’s monetary system. At the time, there was fear that Japan might seize control of Hawaii, which prompted the US government to replace all existing currency in the state with emergency Hawaii notes. These notes were to serve as regular legal tender unless Japan took over the state, in which case they would be rendered null and void by the US government.
On the obverse of the $10 Federal Reserve Hawaii Note, you will see a portrait of Alexander Hamilton. This design debuted in 1928 and was inspired by the 1805 oil painting by John Trumbull. The serial number is shown twice on the obverse in a brown-colored font. Other details include the brown-colored seal and the word Hawaii on the left and right sides.
The reverse of 1934a $10 Hawaii Notes features a vignette of the Treasury Building. This landmark is in Washington DC and is the headquarters for the Department of the Treasury. In each corner you will find alphabetic and numeric depictions of the note’s denomination and overprinted the center in large letters is the word Hawaii.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available to assist you at 800-276-6508, online using our live chat, and via our email address.
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The Hawaii Federal Reserve notes are a great opportunity for collectors to obtain a unique piece of American history. Issued in the wake of Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, they were designed to be devalued in the event of an enemy takeover of Hawaii. Because such fears did not transpire, the notes never lost their monetary value. Right now, 1934a $10 Federal Reserve Hawaii Notes in Very Fine condition are available to purchase online from JM Bullion.
Note Highlights:
All of these 1934a Federal Reserve Hawaii Notes will arrive in Very Fine condition. This designation refers to the fact that they show some signs of circulation, such as light soiling and fold marks. Included with each note is a plastic currency sleeve. Bearing the signatures of Treasurer William Alexander Julian and Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenthau, these notes are recognized as legal tender by the United States government.
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 had numerous ramifications. While the most obvious one was the United States’ entrance into WWII, it also had some surprising effects on the country’s monetary system. At the time, there was fear that Japan might seize control of Hawaii, which prompted the US government to replace all existing currency in the state with emergency Hawaii notes. These notes were to serve as regular legal tender unless Japan took over the state, in which case they would be rendered null and void by the US government.
On the obverse of the $10 Federal Reserve Hawaii Note, you will see a portrait of Alexander Hamilton. This design debuted in 1928 and was inspired by the 1805 oil painting by John Trumbull. The serial number is shown twice on the obverse in a brown-colored font. Other details include the brown-colored seal and the word Hawaii on the left and right sides.
The reverse of 1934a $10 Hawaii Notes features a vignette of the Treasury Building. This landmark is in Washington DC and is the headquarters for the Department of the Treasury. In each corner you will find alphabetic and numeric depictions of the note’s denomination and overprinted the center in large letters is the word Hawaii.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available to assist you at 800-276-6508, online using our live chat, and via our email address.
