Problems often arose with the use of US currency on Military Bases overseas. The potential capture of the Hawaiian Islands by Japan gave birth to the first issue of special currency that could be easily demonitized in order to protect the US economy. These notes had the words HAWAII printed on both the face and the back. Notes issued for the Invasion of North Africa had a Yellow Seal instead of the standard blue seal on Silver certificates of that period.

In 1946, actual Military Payment Certificates (MPC) were issued to US soldiers instead of regular currency. This Scrip would not find its way to the Black Market or be given in exchange for stolen military property or other illicit sources.

From Buffalos to the Statue of Liberty to Jet Planes, Military Payment Certificates offer a wide range of historical vignettes sure to please every taste. There are 13 different issues with denominations ranging from 5c, 10c, 25c, 50c, $1, $5, $10 and $20.

A Comprehensive display of Military Payment Certificates has been slated for a future date.