1 shilling 1942 — Jersey ( Pick: 2 )
Region:
Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 shilling issued in Jersey in 1942. It is cataloged under Pick number 2. The note features a design in black on a red underprint, printed on white paper, and measures 108 x 70 mm. It is signed by the Treasurer of the States of Jersey and was produced by the Government Printer in Fiji.
This note has a total production amount of 50,000 pieces. Its printing details and production numbers are part of the catalog reference for this banknote.
The 1 shilling banknote from Jersey was issued during World War II, a period marked by significant financial adaptations.
This note has a total production amount of 50,000 pieces. Its printing details and production numbers are part of the catalog reference for this banknote.
The 1 shilling banknote from Jersey was issued during World War II, a period marked by significant financial adaptations.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Treasurer of the States of Jersey
- Date of issue
- 1st January 1942
- Printing office
- Government Printer, Fiji
- Paper
- white
- Colour
- black on red underprint
- Dimensions
- 108 x 70 mm
- Amount produced
- 50000
- Pick catalog
- 2
About this banknote
The States of Jersey issued this 1 shilling banknote in 1942 during the German occupation in World War II. This series was introduced to address the shortage of British currency caused by the occupation and the subsequent isolation of the island.
The front side design features intricate scrollwork and the denomination. It includes a shield with three lions and the inscription "States of Jersey." The note was printed by the Government Printer in Fiji, with a total of 50,000 pieces produced. This banknote is catalogued as Pick number 2.
