The Limerick Soviet existed for a two week period, between April 15th to April 27th, 1919. The Soviet was formed as a response to the British Army's declaration of a "Special Military Area" after events from the Irish War of Independence. Limerick organized a General Strike, refusing to use British passes to enter the city, and instead issued their own passes, currency, fuel and food. After two weeks, martial law was finally lifted by the British Army and the strike was over. The Soviet ceased to exist after the strike ended, and the currency was quickly confiscated and destroyed by the British Military. The remaining notes not confiscated were promptly destroyed by the Irish to avoid being caught with contraband and sent to jail. This set of notes are a miracle of survival, and are sure to draw spirited bidding from any Irish or British collector seeking the rarest of the rare.
PMG comments "Small Tear" on the 5 & 10 Shilling notes. All are in Choice Uncirculated 63 grades.
Estimate: $5000 - $8000