2/6 shilling 1941 — Guernsey ( Pick: 20 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 2/6 shilling issued in Guernsey in 1941. It is cataloged under Pick number 20.
The note features a blue color scheme with an orange underprint. Its dimensions are 92 x 60 mm.
This banknote was printed on paper.
The note features a blue color scheme with an orange underprint. Its dimensions are 92 x 60 mm.
This banknote was printed on paper.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1941-1943
- Colour
- Blue on orange underprint
- Dimensions
- 92 x 60 mm
- Pick catalog
- 20
About this banknote
The States of Guernsey issued this 2/6 shilling banknote in 1941. This series was introduced during World War II to address currency shortages on the island. The banknotes served as critical economic tools during the occupation period, ensuring the continuity of monetary transactions.
The front side design features prominent "The States of Guernsey" inscriptions with blue text and an orange underprint of the denomination. The back displays a central motif with a badge design. This particular banknote is cataloged as Pick number 20 and measures 92 x 60 mm.
