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Banknotes from Jersey
The Channel Islands are a group of islands off the coast of Normandy, France, in the English Channel.
They comprise two separate bailiwicks: Guernsey and Jersey. The Channel Islands were the only British
soil occupied by German troops in World War II.
Deemed indefensible by Churchill the Channel Islands were occupied by Germany in July 1940 after
her victory in France. The Germans took a strong grip on the islands economic, social and cultural live.
Only in May 1945 the British took over the islands again.
6 Pence Jersey 1941-42
This undated note was issued by the State of Jersey. (P# J 1)
The back side displays "Six Pence", but when turned anti clockwise it shows "V&E"(Victory). This
sign was forbidden by the Germans and showing it was a punishable offence. The bill was designed
by Blampied an artist of the Island.
1 Shillings Jersey 1941-42
This undated note was issued by the State of Jersey. (P# J 2)
The back side displays a scene similar to an English poster from the war: "Careless talk
costs lives". The two wispering men were a bit of resistance against the German authorities
without them realising it.
2 Shillings Jersey 1941-42
This undated note was issued by the State of Jersey. (P# J 3)
2 Shillings Jersey 1941-42
This undated note was issued by the State of Jersey. (P# J 4)
10 Shillings Jersey 1941-42
This undated note was issued by the State of Jersey. (P# J 5)
1 Pound Jersey 1941-42
This undated note was issued by the State of Jersey. (P# J 6)
Please also check the banknotes from occupied Guernsey.
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