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product_id: 186712349
title: "Pearl Harbor and Japanese Invasion Coin & Currency Collection"
brand: "fcm"
price: "R37"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 11
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/186712349-pearl-harbor-and-japanese-invasion-coin-and-currency-collection
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region: South Africa
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# Rare $1 Japanese Invasion Note One-year-only 1943 steel Penny 35% silver WWII Nickels Pearl Harbor and Japanese Invasion Coin & Currency Collection

**Brand:** fcm
**Price:** R37
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Own the coins that shaped history—because true collectors don’t wait.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pearl Harbor and Japanese Invasion Coin & Currency Collection by fcm
- **How much does it cost?** R37 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/186712349-pearl-harbor-and-japanese-invasion-coin-and-currency-collection)

## Best For

- fcm enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fcm brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Steel Penny Rarity:** 1943 Penny struck in steel only for one year—an exclusive collector’s gem.
- • **Silver Nickels of War:** 1942-43 Nickels made with 35% silver, the only silver Nickels ever minted.
- • **Authentic WWII Era Artifacts:** Coins and notes over 75 years old, preserved in Very Good to Very Fine condition.
- • **Own a Piece of Untold History:** Includes the never-used $1 Japanese Invasion Note planned for U.S. currency replacement.
- • **Perfect Gift for History Buffs:** A tangible connection to Pearl Harbor and WWII, ideal for professional collectors and enthusiasts.

## Overview

The Pearl Harbor and Japanese Invasion Coin & Currency Collection features authentic WWII-era currency including a rare $1 Japanese Invasion Note, the unique 1943 steel Penny, and silver-infused Nickels from 1942-43. Each piece is over 75 years old and preserved in excellent condition, offering a tangible link to a pivotal moment in history.

## Description

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Review: Circulated currency nice set - Nice set.
Review: Coin collectors - Great for a coin collector. Live the history card it comes with. Case is cheap though. Makes a decent gift for any collector.

## Features

- 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

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B084BYK1CF |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,718 in Collectible Coins ( See Top 100 in Collectible Coins ) #1,337 in Individual Collectible Coins |
| Brand | FCM |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,588) |
| Denomination Unit | Penny |
| Exterior Finish | Copper,Steel |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00892062001831 |
| Item Weight | 3.52 ounces |
| Item model number | 703P-AMZ |
| Manufacturer | FCM |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 12 years and up |
| Metal Type | Alloy Steel, Copper |
| Mint Mark | D |
| Package Dimensions | 7.64 x 4.17 x 0.35 inches |
| Purity Percentage | 35 |
| Set Name | Invasion Coin & Currency Set |
| Total Eaches | 1 |
| Unit Grouping | Collection |

## Product Details

- **Grade Rating:** Very Fine
- **Graded By:** Seller Graded
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Variety:** Copper,Nickel,Silver
- **Year:** 1941

## Images

![Pearl Harbor and Japanese Invasion Coin & Currency Collection - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71nzpIlwgiL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are this replicas or 100% authentic**
A: They should be 100% Authentic. These coins are not expensive to obtain and the bills were mass produced as well. You can find those Japanese Peso bills, actually called Fiat Peso, in several denominational notes from 1 to 1000, rather a cheaply. While I can’t say that they were going to be used in Hawaii, they were originally manufactured to be used in the Philippines. The likelihood that would have been used in Hawaii, is rather small, due to the fact, Japan issued different notes for the different territories it conquered. For instance Burma was also under Japanese control during WWII and they were issued Rupees, not Pesos. I don’t recall the whole stamp vs non stamp difference, but it could be that the ones stamped were sent to or arrived in the Philippines and the ones that were not, never left Japan. If you really want historically significant money related to Hawaii in WWII, you can find US Dollars that was printed with brown die and stamped on the back with HAWAII. These note were made in the event that Japan did try to take Hawaii and then the US government could say all those Hawaii notes were worthless.

**Q: How are this authentic if those steel pennys are only around 30 in existence right now**
A: The 1943 steel penny was made in abundance. They are everywhere for cheap. The 1943 copper penny is worth a fortune if you can find one. At was the copper penny that only a few were made. All copper in 1943 was going to war effort. During this time even nickels were made of silver because nickel was going to war effort.

**Q: Are all of the bills stamped ? My second purchase was not.**
A: Ours was stamped.

**Q: Need sleeve for whitman native american sacagawea album. 2018-present.  do you have any?**
A: No

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Circulated currency nice set
*by J***S on January 7, 2026*

Nice set.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Coin collectors
*by R***Y on June 17, 2025*

Great for a coin collector. Live the history card it comes with. Case is cheap though. Makes a decent gift for any collector.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Birthday
*by D***N on October 11, 2025*

I bought this for my grandson for Christmas. He was born on Pearl Harbor Day and he also collects old money. When I bought this I was not prepared for the superbness of this item. Not only is it beautiful but the information with it gives a little history of the monies. He will be blown away with his gift. I always try to go beyond to find my grandchildren gifts. This by far is the best gift I have gotten. So pleased and it was price doable.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-05*