🪙 Overview of Jersey Coinage

Jersey's coinage began in the 13th century, with the first coins struck under the reign of King John. Modern Jersey coins are issued by the States of Jersey and feature designs that celebrate the island's landmarks, history, and culture.

🔢 Circulating Jersey Coins (Decimal Series)

In 1971, Jersey adopted a decimal currency system, introducing new coins that mirrored the British decimal coins but with unique designs:en.wikipedia.org

• 1p Coin (1971–1981): Features the Coat of Arms of Jersey. The 1981 issue had a limited mintage of 50,000 and is valued between £1 and £2.thecoinexpert.co.uk

• 2p Coin (1971–1981): Depicts the Coat of Arms. The 1981 issue had a mintage of 1,050,000, with 50,000 in 1981 and the remaining in 1982.

• 5p Coin (1968–2017): Initially featured a shield design, later replaced with Seymour Tower. Mintage figures vary, with some years having as low as 50,000 minted.groseycoinhunts.uk

• 10p Coin (1968–2017): Depicts La Pouquelaye de Faldouet, a Neolithic dolmen. Mintage figures vary, with some years having as low as 50,000 minted.en.wikipedia.org

• 20p Coin (1982–2017): Features La Corbière Lighthouse. Some years had mintages as low as 100,000.en.wikipedia.org+1groseycoinhunts.uk+1

• 50p Coin (1998–2017): Depicts Grosnez Castle. Some years had mintages as low as 10,000.changechecker.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2chancerycollection.com+2

• £1 Coin (1981–2017): Initially square, later round. Designs include the coats of arms of Jersey's 12 parishes and various historical themes.en.wikipedia.org

🏰 Notable Designs and Themes

Jersey coins often feature designs that highlight the island's rich history and landmarks:

• Le Hocq Tower (1p Coin): A coastal defense tower built in the 18th century.

• Seymour Tower (5p Coin): An offshore defense tower located on the island's east coast.

• La Pouquelaye de Faldouet (10p Coin): A Neolithic dolmen, showcasing Jersey's prehistoric heritage.

• La Corbière Lighthouse (20p Coin): An iconic lighthouse on the island's southwestern tip.

• Grosnez Castle (50p Coin): Ruins of a 14th-century castle in the island's northwest.

• £1 Coins: Feature various designs, including the coats of arms of Jersey's 12 parishes and historical themes like sailing ships and the Battle of Jersey.en.wikipedia.org

💰 Collecting Jersey Coins

Jersey coins are popular among collectors due to their unique designs and limited mintages. The lower mintage figures, compared to UK coins, make them particularly scarce and collectible. For instance, the 2012 50p coin featuring Grosnez Castle had a mintage of 365,000, making it a sought-after item among collectors.