Thailand 1946 5 Baht Banknote – Rama VIII (Posthumous Series 8 "American") | P-64 | Rare WWII-Era Note

Own a unique piece of Thai history with this 1946 5 Baht Banknote, issued posthumously in honor of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII). Part of Series 8, also known as the "American Series", this note was printed in the United States by Tudor Press Inc. and remains a significant artifact from the transitional period between Rama VIII and Rama IX.

Key Features:

• Issuer: Thailand

• Reigning Monarchs: Rama VIII (1935–1946), Rama IX (1946–2016)

• Series: 8 (American Series)

• Year of Issue: 1946

• Denomination: 5 Baht

• Catalog Number: P-64

• Size: 111 × 66 mm

• Material: Paper

• Language: Thai

• Watermark: Repeating “MILITARY AUTHORITY” inscriptions

• Printer: Tudor Press Inc., USA

• Signature: Praya Srivisaravaja (Minister of Finance)

Design Highlights:

• Obverse: Features a front-facing bust of King Rama VIII, the revered Phra Pathom Chedi, and national symbols such as the Garuda and Airavata (Erawan). Printed in striking light and dark blue tones with black serials and block numbers.

• Reverse: Showcases the Thai Constitution manuscript on a ceremonial Phan tray, with an inscription detailing severe penalties for counterfeiting. Designed in brown tones.

• Note: Issued in block numbers 1–70 in black.

This historic note is both a tribute to a beloved monarch and a reflection of the post-WWII geopolitical influence on Southeast Asia. Whether you're a world currency collector, Thai history enthusiast, or searching for a rare foreign banknote, this Thailand 5 Baht Rama VIII (P-64) is a standout addition.

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