Biafra-A 1968-69 1 Pound Banknote-Illustrated

Illustrated below is the obverse and reverse of the 1968-69 1 Pound banknote. The Republic of Biafra seceded from Nigeria in 1967 and fought a war of independence from 1967 to 1970 when it was reabsorbed into Nigeria. During the short life of the Biafran State banknotes were printed for use within its borders.

Afghanistan-An Afghan "Dump" Coin-Illustrated

Illustrated below is the obverse and reverse of an Afghani "dump" coin. These were local use coins made by hammering small lumps of copper or bronze with a metal die. Mainly quite small and thick because of their crude manufacture. This example measures approx 20mm in diameter.