1944 Philippines 20 Pesos – Mindanao Guerrilla Issue
KM / Pick: P-S528c
Series: R5 (Serial range 25701–99000)
This is an authentic World War II emergency issue from Mindanao in the Philippines. During the Japanese occupation (1942–1945), local guerrilla forces printed their own currency to maintain commerce and resist Japanese-controlled money.
These “guerrilla notes” are highly collectible due to their historical significance and limited regional circulation.
Details:
• Country: Philippines
• Denomination: 20 Pesos
• Year: 1944
• Series: R5
• Composition: Paper
• WWII Emergency / Resistance Issue
Why this note matters:
Guerrilla currency represents underground resistance efforts and local defiance during WWII. Mindanao issues are especially sought after by collectors of World War II, occupation currency, and Philippine numismatics.
Great addition for:
• WWII collectors
• Philippine currency collectors
• Occupation / emergency money specialists
• Historical paper money investors