Issued by the States of Guernsey in 2013, this 1 Pound banknote is part of the modern series celebrating local heritage and national symbols.
The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, along with denomination numerals, intricate guilloche patterns, and a watermark for security.
The reverse depicts Guernsey landmarks and cultural motifs, highlighting the island’s history and natural beauty, with repeating denomination patterns and ornamental designs.
Commemorative issue
200th Anniversary of Thomas De La Rue’s first commercial venture.
Obverse
Market square scene of 1822 in St. Peter Port at lower centre in underprint. Guernsey States seal at lower left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE STATES OF GUERNSEY
PROMISE TO PAY THE BEARER ON DEMAND THE SUM OF
ONE POUND
BY AUTHORITY OF THE STATES
Reverse
Fountain Street, St. Peter Port, 1799 in underprint. Thomas de la Rue at center right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE STATES OF GUERNSEY
ONE POUND
THOMAS DE LA RUE
1793-1866
Printer
De La Rue (Thomas de la Rue; Thomas De La Rue & Co.; TDLR), London, United Kingdom (1821-date)
Comments
There is a line of microtext on the obverse of the note, on the right side. It is not always in the same place but runs over the “D” or to the right of the “D” in the word Pound. If this is greatly magnified (backlight helps also) then the word “Geurnsey” can be seen repeated:
The note has no watermark.
UV activity is on the reverse only, seen here at 365nm:
© Brandon Bertolli
Features
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Treasury and Resources Department |
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative banknotes |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GGP = GBP 1.00 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 128 × 65 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
