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Government of St. Helena One Pound ND(1976) – Government of St. Helena One Pound

*The serial number and year of issue may differ from those in the photo, but we will deliver the item in the same unused condition.

🇬🇧 Overview

This note was issued by Saint Helena, a British overseas territory in the South Atlantic.

This is a One Pound Note ND (1976).

It boasts particularly beautiful composition and printing precision among British colonial banknotes from the 1970s.

On the front is a portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II.

The background depicts a sailing ship sailing in the Atlantic Ocean and the rugged coastline of St. Helena.

Saint Helena is also known as the island where Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled and died.

This banknote symbolizes this history, the dignity of the British monarchy, and our traditions as a maritime nation.

💴 Banknote specifications

Item/Content

Country of issue

Saint Helena

issuing authority

Government of St. Helena

face value

1 pound

currency system

Saint Helena Pound (SHP)

Publication year

ND (1976)

Catalog Number

P-6/B302a (Standard Catalog of World Paper Money)

size

Approximately 140mm x 70mm

paper quality

High-quality cotton paper (with watermark)

Design Color

Olive green, brown, pale gold

situation

Uncirculated or in very good condition (Choice UNC)

signatory

Currency Commissioners

Printing method

Intaglio printing (English style)

Printer

Bradbury Wilkinson & Co., England (estimated)

👑 Design Details

Obverse

On the right is a magnificent portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II.

Her expression is calm yet dignified, making her a symbol of unity and stability under Commonwealth rule at the time.

To the left of the center is a view of the coastline and harbor of St. Helena.

Several sailing ships are moored there, symbolizing the island's ocean trade and historical role.

The "Government of St. Helena" inscription at the top reflects the official colonial era spelling.

It is also a symbol of independent local governance, different from banknotes issued on the British mainland.

The letters "£1" are decoratively placed in the bottom left and top right corners.

The background features geometric patterns and a compass rose.

It is an artistic expression of St. Helena's history as a seafaring culture.

Reverse

The reverse features the British coat of arms (lion and unicorn) and the coat of arms of Saint Helena (a sailing ship and silhouette of the island).

Beneath the coat of arms is the Latin inscription "AUSPICIO REGIS ET SENATUS ANGLIAE" (Under the patronage of the King and Parliament).

It clearly shows that it is under British rule.

The sailing ship emblem on the right represents the geographical isolation of Saint Helena.

It symbolizes the historical significance of the city as a key navigation point during the Age of Discovery.

The intricate guilloche (carved line pattern) on the entire back is

It demonstrates the high level of artistic and technical perfection seen in British colonial banknotes of the time.

🧭 Historical background

Saint Helena is an isolated island in the South Atlantic that was acquired by the British East India Company in the 17th century.

Since then, it has played an important role as a supply point for voyages and a place of exile.

In 1815, after Napoleon Bonaparte's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo,

He was imprisoned on this island and died in 1821.

It also became known worldwide as **Napoleon's Island**.

Issued in 1976, this banknote reflects the history of British colonial rule and the legacy of transatlantic trade.

It is also a symbolic item of the Commonwealth of Nations under the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

💎 Collector's Points

1. Rare banknotes from the British Overseas Territories in the 1970s

2. An early design featuring a portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II

3. Historical banknotes related to Napoleon's exile, St. Helena

4. High-definition intaglio design using intaglio printing

5. Unused (UNC) condition for excellent preservation

6. International Catalog Registration Number: P-6 / B302a

📈 Market Value and Scarcity

St. Helena's banknotes are issued in very limited quantities.

It is characterized by a small number of coins in circulation, reflecting the size of its population and economy.

The original issue from the 1970s (ND1976)

Unlike the current reprint series (published by the Bank of St. Helena),

This is particularly rare as it is an early official edition bearing the "Government of St. Helena" inscription.

Original, unused banknotes are highly rated in international markets (Numista, eBay, BanknoteWorld, etc.).

This is an essential piece for building a collection of banknotes, especially those bearing Queen Elizabeth's early portraits.

Also, after the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022,

Commonwealth banknotes with royal portraits are being re-evaluated worldwide.

It is expected to have both long-term collection value and cultural asset value.

📦 GoldSilverJapan Quality Guarantee

• We guarantee that this product is of the same uncirculated quality as shown in the photo.

• The serial number and year may differ, but we will carefully select and deliver items of the same design, issue, and quality.

• Packaged in a special transparent protective sleeve and moisture-proof packaging.

• Domestic shipping with tracking number for safe delivery.

• All banknotes are authentic, obtained through legitimate channels, and have been authenticated and verified.

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✨ Conclusion

The 1976 Saint Helena Government 1 pound note is

It is a unique artistic currency that combines British royalty, nautical history, and the romance of a remote island.

A graceful portrait of the young Queen Elizabeth II

The historical background is symbolized by the seafaring ships and island scenery.

This is a rare, unused, early edition masterpiece.

Of course, it is a collector's item,

It continues to exude its appeal as a "work of art that holds history in your hands."

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Government of St. Helena One Pound ND(1976) – Government of St. Helena One Pound

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