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This specific banknote is a piece of currency known as Japanese government-issued Philippine peso, or "Japanese Invasion Money", which was circulated during World War II. Issuing Authority: The text "THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT" indicates the authority that issued the currency during its occupation of the Philippines from 1942–1945. Denomination: The note has a face value of "TEN PESOS". Historical Context: The Japanese government declared a monopoly on the issuance of money in the occupied territories, making it illegal to possess any other form of currency at the time. Design: The front of the note features the Rizal Monument in Manila.