WWII Imperial Japanese Army Barrack Coin, 16th Regt Field Artillery, 1940s Rare for Sale

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WWII Imperial Japanese Army Barrack Coin, 16th Regt Field Artillery, 1940s Rare For Sale

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WWII Imperial Japanese Army Barrack Coin, 16th Regt Field Artillery, 1940s Rare:
$230.00

Ww2 imperial japanese army barrack coinDescription

For sale is a unique piece of military currency: a 2 sen coin from the Imperial Japanese Army's Field Artillery 16th Regiment, used exclusively within the regiment's canteen during World War II. This rare coin is a tangible reminder of daily life for Japanese soldiers, encapsulating the internal economy that operated within the military.

The canteen, or "shuho," was a welfare facility where soldiers could purchase goods, and the "shuho sen" was the currency that powered this closed-loop system. Designed to bolster morale and manage purchasing behavior, these coins are a fascinating part of military history. This specific coin, belonging to a prominent artillery unit, tells a story of the times when soldiers relied on such tokens for their essentials and camaraderie.

Highly collectible, this coin is a must-have for numismatists, historians, and anyone interested in the socio-economic aspects of wartime Japan. Add this rare and authentic coin to your collection to hold a piece of history that goes beyond the battles, delving into the everyday experiences of the Imperial Japanese Army.

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