Item Story & Historical Context
Issued in December 1942, this original wartime savings bond represents a chilling primary document from the height of World War II in the Pacific.
Printed precisely on the first anniversary of the war’s outbreak (December 1941), this 6th Issue bond was issued by The Nippon Kangyo Bank to siphon civilian capital directly into imperial defense production. The front of the bond is heavily decorated with vivid wartime mobilization imagery, including Type 97 medium tanks, naval battleships, formations of military bombers, radio broadcast towers, and military banners.
What sets this specific piece apart is the striking red rectangular overstamp on the upper right: a special commemorative seal reading “1st Anniversary Commemoration of the Greater East Asia War”, alongside a round emblem depicting Mount Fuji under the Rising Sun. The reverse contains the complete 15-year redemption table (1943–1958) and lottery prize tier rules—financial promises made by an empire at the height of its expansion, frozen just before the tide of war turned.
Condition & Details
- Type: Original WWII Government-Backed War Savings Bond (6th Issue).
- Issuing Authority: The Nippon Kangyo Bank (Issued December 1942).
- Markings: Prominent red overstamp commemorating the 1st Anniversary of the Pacific War outbreak, alongside Mount Fuji thematic seal.
- Denomination: Face value of 7.50 Yen, sold at a discounted issue price of 5.00 Yen.
- Condition: Exceptional vintage condition. Features a crisp, rigid paper structure with remarkably vibrant green and red ink stamping. Clean edges with no major tears, heavy folds, or structural defects, displaying a natural warm age-toned patina.
- Includes: Comes carefully packed in a protective sleeve with stiff backing to ensure safe transit.
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