[States of Jersey £5 note]

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 🏰 Jersey Government 5 Pound Notes Reflect British Royal Tradition and Maritime Pride

 This banknote was issued by Jersey, a British Crown Dependency.
 The Five Pounds** note features a classic and majestic design.

 Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands in the English Channel.
 It is a special region with a self-governing government directly governed by the British Crown.
 Its own currency, the Jersey pound, is exchangeable at an equivalent price to the British pound,
 Its unique design has earned it high praise from banknote collectors around the world.

 This five pound note was produced by the prestigious British printing company Thomas De La Rue & Co. Ltd.
 A portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the historic building Elizabeth Castle.
 This is a masterpiece that combines artistry, history, and rarity.

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 💴 Specifications
 • Issued by: States of Jersey
 • Face value: Five Pounds
 • Year of publication: ND (around 1976-1989)
 • Catalog number: P-16a / B133a
 • Printer: Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited, London
 • Material: High quality cotton paper with security thread
 • Size: Approx. 145mm x 75mm
 • Color: A calm color scheme based on brown, beige, and gray.
 • Condition: Unused (UNC / Uncirculated)
 • Serial range: GB000000 to GB999999 (e.g. GB134031)

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 👑 Obverse design – Queen's Majesty and Jersey Coat of Arms

 On the right side of the banknote is a portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the symbol of the United Kingdom.
 This portrait beautifully captures the grace and dignity of the young queen.
 It is known as one of the most beautiful portraits on banknotes from all over the British Isles.

 At the top center, the bold words "THE STATES OF JERSEY" are written.
 It features the official jersey crest featuring the three lions.
 This coat of arms symbolizes Jersey's historical background as a descendant of the Duchy of Normandy.

 In the center, along with the words "Five Pounds,"
 The traditional British currency expression "Promise to pay the bearer on demand" is printed on it.
 The markings for the denomination "£5" are enclosed in a delicate geometric pattern at the bottom left and top right.

 The whole is made up of a gradation of pale brown and gray,
 This design stands out for its high printing technology and excellent artistic balance.

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 🏰 Reverse design – Symbol of Elizabeth Castle and maritime trade

 The reverse side features Elizabeth Castle, a historic landmark and symbol of Jersey.

 Elizabeth Castle is a maritime fortress built at the end of the 16th century.
 For many years it played a vital role in Britain's maritime defenses.
 Only connected to land at low tide, the castle symbolises Jersey's geographical location and strategic importance.

 The bottom of the note reads "Elizabeth Castle after George Woolf."
 This indicates that the design was based on a landscape painting by British artist George Woolf.

 The denomination of "£5" is displayed again in the top left and bottom right.
 The delicate wavy pattern that envelops the entire piece evokes the tides of the Channel Islands.

 This reverse design is a masterpiece that perfectly combines artistry and regional pride.
 It is highly regarded among the world's banknote art.

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 🧭 Historical Background - Jersey's Self-Government and Relationship with the Crown

 Jersey has been a part of the Norman Empire since the Norman Conquest in 1066, when the Duchy of Normandy was united with the English Crown.
 It has been a direct possession of the British Crown for over 900 years.

 Therefore, it has its own currency issuing rights, which are different from those of the UK mainland.
 It is administered directly by the States of Jersey.

 This 5 pound note is equivalent to the British pound,
 It was issued as a currency symbolizing Jersey's unique culture, autonomy and pride.

 Even today, Jersey still uses its own banknotes,
 This old series is important in both the history of British banknotes and the history of the Channel Islands.

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 💎 Collector's Value

 The Jersey £5 note is a highly sought-after collector's item worldwide for several reasons:
 1. A classic design using an early portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
 2. Limited local issuance by the Jersey Government
 3. High-precision printing and rarity by Thomas De La Rue
 4. Artistic composition depicting the historic Elizabeth Castle

 In addition, there are few existing copies in unused (UNC) condition.
 Items with beautiful serial numbers and in perfect condition are traded at high prices on the international market.

 British Royal Banknote Collection, Channel Islands Currency Collection,
 This is an essential piece for any portrait of Queen Elizabeth II series.

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 🪙 GoldSilverJapan Quality Guarantee

 At GoldSilverJapan, all banknotes are inspected by experts for authenticity and preservation evaluation.
 We only deliver products that meet the following criteria:
 • ✅ Unused (UNC) and new grade guaranteed
 • ✅ Authenticated (original De La Rue print)
 • ✅ Moisture-proof, light-proof storage, UV-blocking case included
 • ✅ International standard safe packaging and tracking delivery

 You can rest assured that you will have a piece of history in your hands.

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 🌍 Royal elegance, island pride, and the aesthetics of currency

 This Jersey 5 pound note is
 It is not just a means of payment, but a piece of jewellery that combines culture, history and art.

 Portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II
 Elizabeth Castle, which gives you a sense of the sea breeze of the Age of Discovery
 and the craftsmanship of De La Rue.

 This banknote harmonizes all of these elements.
 It is said to be a "perfect beauty" among the British Royal Currency Collection.

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