SARAWAK. Cent, 1941-H. Heaton Mint. Charles Brooke. PCGS SPECIMEN-65 Red.

KM-129. Supremely RARE piece in all grades and striking types, this example offers a chance at this desirable issue in glorious specimen quality. With full on red luster, this example cartwheels irradiance in much the same was as it did when it left the mint press in 1941. This beautiful specimen should appeal to collectors of British territorial issues or World War Two types, as it is in stunning condition. Krause estimates that less than 50 examples survive in any form, with the Second World War being the external factor leading to scarcity. In December of 1941, Japan launched their Southern Pacific Naval campaign, during which they attacked British and American possessions. The British Empire, stretched thin and forced to defend Singapore, left Sarawak undefended and the Japanese occupied the territory, obviating the need for this coin.

Ex: Kings Norton Mint Collection.