Lot 2684
Ryukyus, 1945 Zone B Military Currency, 11 notes; denominations include 10s, 50s, 1y, 5y, 10y x3, 20y x3 & 100y; condition varies, generally F.-V.F.Estimate $150 - 200.
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Lot 2685
Ryukyus, Kume Island, 1945 (Oct. 1) U.S. Military Script, 10 Sen Black on Manila, mimeographed "chit" with facsimile signature of C.A. Caler, Commanding Officer, purple "10 - ENTD" handstamp on front and back, fresh and pristine, Very Fine and choice (R.P.S.S. PKC1).Estimate $400 - 600.
This "Chit" was issued in 1945 by the U.S. Military Government of Kume Shima (Navy) for trade with, and between, Island Civilians and the U.S. Government. The stencil was prepared by Navy Yoeman Crutchfield and signed by Navy Lt. B.A. Caler, and run off on a Navy Mimeograph machine on official paper.
Realized: $300
Lot 2686
Ryukyus, Kume Island, 1945 (Aug. 1), U.S. Military Scripts, 10 sen violet on white, mimeographed "chit" with facsimile signature of Wm. C. Lassiter, Economics Officer, without typed serial number, paper clip rust stains, Fine appearance, very few exist (R.P.S.S. PKL1).Estimate $400 - 600.
Lot 2687
Ryukyus, Kume Island, 1945 (Aug. 1), U.S. Military Scripts, 50 sen violet on white, mimeographed "chit" with facsimile signature of Wm. C. Lassiter, Economics Officer, without typed serial number; horizontal crease, Very Fine appearance, very few exist (R.P.S.S. PKL2).Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $280
Lot 2688
Ryukyus, Kume Island, 1945 (Oct. 1), U.S. Military Script, 1 yen black on manila, mimeographed "chit" with facsimile signature of C.A. Caler, Commanding Officer, fresh and pristine, Very Fine and choice (R.P.S.S. PKC3).Estimate $400 - 600.
Realized: $290