INTERNATIONAL NUMISMATIC

SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO

CSNA 1268 - NASC 3026                                                                                     ANA C-71399 Year LXIV No. 9

Fourth Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Allied Gardens Rec Center, 5155 Greenbrier Ave., San Diego

5:15 p.m., Doors Open at About 4:45 p.m.

Topic This Month:

SOUTHEAST ASIA

Ken Berger – The Monetary Situation in the Philippines During World War II

Southeast Asia offers one of the most diverse and visually striking numismatic traditions in the world, shaped by trade routes, colonial powers, and deep local cultural identities. From the intricate silver coinage of Thailand and the merchant tokens of Singapore to the colorful modern notes of Indonesia and Vietnam, the money of this region tells stories of kingdoms, commerce, and rapid modernization.  Collectors are often drawn to Southeast Asia because its currencies blend indigenous artistry with influences from India, China, Europe, and the Islamic world.  Members are invited to share coins, tokens, or banknotes that highlight the remarkable monetary history of this region.  Even if this month’s theme isn’t one of your collecting areas, you’re welcome to bring anything you’d enjoy sharing during show-and-tell.  This promises to be an interesting and informative evening.  Bring a friend.

2026 INSSD Meeting Topics

October – Mini-Bourse

November - No Meeting

December - To Be Determined

SEPTEMBER 2026 QUIZ by Bob Fritsch

The WFoM this year was fantastic.  Got my 50 year pin from ANA, plus judged five classes of exhibits.  Plus, my local club newsletter, The Nashua Numismatist, got second place in local newsletter awards.  Great time!

Here we go to Southeast Asia, which dominated the news back in the 60s and 70s.  I used the 21st Century SCWC for this quiz?

1. Cambodian coins of the 21st Century were issued in what dominant denomination?

2. What country uses the Kip?

3. Vietnam’s 10,000 and 20,000 Dong coins were in what metal and featured what theme?

4. How many dating types have appeared on Thailand coins and what are they?

Aug 2026 QUIZ by Bob Fritsch

World War II is our theme this month.  These questions are taken from random pages in the magnificent World War II Remembered, history in your hands – a numismatic study by C. Frederick Swann and Joseph E. Boling.

1. Cameroun:  What movement did this country join in 1940 and what mint made their coinage?

2. What does NAAFI stand for and for what country did they produce their product?

3. How many War Loan periods did the United States issue Series E Defense/War Bonds?

4. What is JIM and for what major areas was it issued?

Aug Answers

1.  The Free French Movement which  became Free French Africa -- South African mint (p127).  

2. Navy, Army, Air Force Institute – Great Britain (p173).  

3. 7 War Loans, one Victory Loan and others totaling 185.5 BILLION Dollars (p392).

 

4. Japanese Invasion Money – Burma, Malaya, Netherlands East Indies, Oceania and Philippines.  An issue for the USSR was prepared but not used. (p601).