• includes a $1 Japanese Invasion Note that the Japanese planned to use in the U.S. in place of U.S. currency following a successful invasion – but fortunately it was never needed!
• 1943, the Penny was made in steel instead of copper. This one-year-only coin is the only U.S. steel coin.
• In 1944, Pennies were made with recycled copper from shell cases recovered from battlefields and ships.
• The 1941 Jefferson Nickel was issued more than 70 years ago in the year of the Pearl Harbor attack. Starting in 1942, the Nickel was struck in 35% silver to save nickel for the war effort. These are the only silver Nickels in history, and the short-lived silver coins are identified by a large mint mark on the reverse.
• Please Note: these coins & notes are over 75 Years old and the condition of the Coins are VG (very good) or better, & the condition of the notes are VF (very fine) or better