• Five Unique Notes: This set includes five distinct emergency notes issued during WWII across different Philippine provinces, each representing a rare piece of history from the heart of the Filipino resistance.

• A Symbol of Defiance: These emergency notes, printed under the authority of President Quezon’s government-in-exile, became a symbol of the Filipino people's resistance against Japanese occupation during WWII.

• Handcrafted History in an Album: Produced on makeshift presses with improvised materials, these rare notes circulated across 49 provinces, embodying the courage and resilience of freedom fighters during the war. This set comes in an album that preserves these historical notes for collectors. 

During the Japanese occupation of the Philippines in 1941, the Japanese military quickly replaced the local peso with their own currency. In response, Filipino guerilla fighters and local committees, under the authority of President Quezon’s government-in-exile, began printing emergency currency to continue supporting the resistance. These notes were hastily produced on makeshift presses with improvised paper and inks, circulating across 49 provinces and symbolizing the unwavering defiance of the Filipino people.

Possessing these emergency notes was a dangerous act—punishable by death—but they became a powerful symbol of resilience and national pride. They not only boosted the morale of freedom fighters but also showcased the indomitable spirit of a people refusing to surrender to foreign invaders. Despite the Japanese efforts to eliminate these notes, their widespread circulation forced the invaders to reluctantly recognize them by 1943.

This set of five notes represents currency issued in five different provinces during the war, each one a rare piece of history from the heart of the Filipino resistance. These notes are a direct link to a turbulent period, embodying the courage and determination of those who fought for their country’s freedom. Own a rare and meaningful artifact from the Filipino resistance during WWII—an enduring symbol of courage and independence.